Cottage cheese vs Lakkaraejuusto
Overall, Lakkaraejuusto has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage cheese | Lakkaraejuusto |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 105 kcal | 121 kcal |
| Fat | 4.4 g | 3.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 2.1 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g | 12 g |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 9.4 g |
| Additives | 7 | 2 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cottage cheese has 13% fewer calories (105 kcal vs 121 kcal).
- Lakkaraejuusto has 20% less fat (3.5 g vs 4.4 g).
- Lakkaraejuusto has 20% less saturated fat (2.1 g vs 2.6 g).
- Cottage cheese has 71% less sugar (3.5 g vs 12 g).
- Lakkaraejuusto has 93% less salt (0.1 g vs 1.1 g).
Ingredients
Cottage cheese
Cultured nonfat milk, milk, cream, nonfat milk, whey, salt, maltodextrin, guar gum, citric acid, carrageenan, mono - and diglycerides, locust bean gum, flavor, potassium sorbate, carbon dioxide, enzyme.
Lakkaraejuusto
Pastöroitu maito ja kerma, sokeri, lakkasose (3,0%), muunnettu maissi - ja perunatärkkelys, suola, säilöntäaine (kaliumsorbaatti), aromit, väri (karotenoidit) ja hapate.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage cheese or Lakkaraejuusto?
Overall, Lakkaraejuusto has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Cottage cheese has fewer calories: 105 kcal versus 121 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Cottage cheese has less sugar: 3.5 g versus 12 g per 100 g.