Cottage cheese vs Pineapple cottage cheese
Overall, Pineapple cottage cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage cheese | Pineapple cottage cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 105 kcal | 90 kcal |
| Fat | 4.4 g | 1.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 1.1 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g | 7.5 g |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 10.1 g |
| Additives | 7 | 1 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pineapple cottage cheese has 14% fewer calories (90 kcal vs 105 kcal).
- Pineapple cottage cheese has 61% less fat (1.7 g vs 4.4 g).
- Pineapple cottage cheese has 58% less saturated fat (1.1 g vs 2.6 g).
- Cottage cheese has 53% less sugar (3.5 g vs 7.5 g).
- Pineapple cottage cheese has 59% less salt (0.4 g vs 1.1 g).
- Pineapple cottage cheese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Pineapple cottage cheese is less processed (lower NOVA group).
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.
Pineapple cottage cheese
LOW FAT COTTAGE CHEESE (80%) (Milik), PINEAPPLE (20%) (Pineapple, Sugar, Acidity Regulator Citric Acid; Pineapple Juice), ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage cheese or Pineapple cottage cheese?
Overall, Pineapple cottage cheese 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?
Pineapple cottage cheese has fewer calories: 90 kcal versus 105 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Cottage cheese has less sugar: 3.5 g versus 7.5 g per 100 g.