Cheddar vs Mozzarella: Nutrition Comparison
Cheddar and mozzarella are two of the most widely consumed cheeses in the world, and they differ in flavour, texture, and nutritional profile. Cheddar is generally higher in calories, fat, and saturated fat per serving due to its lower moisture content. Mozzarella — particularly fresh mozzarella — has a higher water content, making it lower in calories and fat while still providing good protein and calcium. Both are rich sources of calcium and phosphorus important for bone health. For lower calorie cheese consumption, mozzarella has the edge. For stronger flavour that goes further in small quantities, cheddar is hard to beat.
Nutrition Comparison
| Nutrient |
1 Serving (28.0g)
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1 Serving (28.0g)
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|---|---|---|
| Calories | 59.9 kcal | 70 kcal |
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 2.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 10.1 mg | 10.1 mg |
| Sodium | 199.9 mg | 180 mg |
| Total Carbs | 1 g | 1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 9 g | 8 g |
* Nutrition data sourced from the USDA Food Central Database. Values marked with * have been normalized to match the larger serving size for a fair comparison. Individual products may vary.
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