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Cream Cheese vs Parmesan
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Cream Cheese | Parmesan |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342kcal | 431kcal |
| Protein | 6.2g | 38.5g |
| Carbs | 4.1g | 4.1g |
| Fat | 34g | 29g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 3.2g | 0.9g |
| Sodium | 321mg | 1602mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Cream Cheese has 89 fewer calories per 100g than Parmesan (26% less).
- Parmesan delivers more protein (38.5g vs 6.2g per 100g).
- Parmesan contains less fat (29g vs 34g).
- Parmesan has less sugar (0.9g vs 3.2g).
Cream Cheese
Cream cheese is a soft, high-fat cheese with modest protein. Most of its calories come from fat. It offers some vitamin A and calcium; lower-fat or whipped versions reduce the calorie load per spread.
View Cream Cheese nutrition →Parmesan
Parmesan is extremely protein- and calcium-dense thanks to its long aging, which also concentrates sodium. A little goes a long way: a tablespoon adds savory umami flavor for very few calories, so it is best used as a seasoning.
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