Cheddar Cheese vs Whole Milk (3.5%)
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Cheddar Cheese | Whole Milk (3.5%) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403kcal | 61kcal |
| Protein | 24.9g | 3.2g |
| Carbs | 1.3g | 4.8g |
| Fat | 33.1g | 3.3g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 4.8g |
| Sodium | 621mg | 43mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Whole Milk (3.5%) has 342 fewer calories per 100g than Cheddar Cheese (561% less).
- Cheddar Cheese delivers more protein (24.9g vs 3.2g per 100g).
- Whole Milk (3.5%) contains less fat (3.3g vs 33.1g).
- Cheddar Cheese has less sugar (0.5g vs 4.8g).
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 →Whole Milk (3.5%)
Whole milk supplies complete protein, calcium, vitamin B12 and (often fortified) vitamin D in a single package. Its 3.5% fat carries fat-soluble vitamins and adds satiety; skim and low-fat versions cut the calories but lose some of those vitamins unless fortified.
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