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Cream Cheese vs Ricotta (Whole Milk)
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Cream Cheese | Ricotta (Whole Milk) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 342kcal | 174kcal |
| Protein | 6.2g | 11.3g |
| Carbs | 4.1g | 3g |
| Fat | 34g | 13g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 3.2g | 0.3g |
| Sodium | 321mg | 84mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) has 168 fewer calories per 100g than Cream Cheese (97% less).
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) delivers more protein (11.3g vs 6.2g per 100g).
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) contains less fat (13g vs 34g).
- Ricotta (Whole Milk) has less sugar (0.3g 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 →Ricotta (Whole Milk)
Ricotta is made from whey, giving it a soft texture and a good protein-to-calorie ratio with notable calcium. It is lower in sodium than most cheeses, which makes it versatile in both savory and sweet dishes.
View Ricotta (Whole Milk) nutrition →Track Cream Cheese & Ricotta (Whole Milk) in Kairo
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