Cheddar Cheese vs Mozzarella (part-skim)
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Cheddar Cheese
per 100g
DairyMozzarella (part-skim)
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Cheddar Cheese | Mozzarella (part-skim) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403kcal | 254kcal |
| Protein | 24.9g | 24.3g |
| Carbs | 1.3g | 2.8g |
| Fat | 33.1g | 15.9g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1.1g |
| Sodium | 621mg | 619mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Mozzarella (part-skim) has 149 fewer calories per 100g than Cheddar Cheese (59% less).
- Cheddar Cheese delivers more protein (24.9g vs 24.3g per 100g).
- Mozzarella (part-skim) contains less fat (15.9g vs 33.1g).
- Cheddar Cheese has less sugar (0.5g vs 1.1g).
Cheddar Cheese
Cheddar packs a lot of protein and calcium into a small volume, but also a lot of saturated fat and sodium. A single slice (28g) provides 7g of protein and 100mg of calcium. Use deliberately for flavor and satiety rather than as a daily volume staple.
View Cheddar Cheese nutrition →Mozzarella (part-skim)
Mozzarella is one of the leaner cheeses (about 30% less fat than cheddar) while still delivering 24g of protein per 100g. It is rich in calcium and provides probiotics if produced traditionally. Excellent for high-protein, moderate-fat meals.
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