Cottage cheese vs Philadelphia
Overall, Cottage cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cottage cheese | Philadelphia |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 88 kcal | 144 kcal |
| Fat | 3.7 g | 11 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 7.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 5.1 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 12 g | 7.4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 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 39% fewer calories (88 kcal vs 144 kcal).
- Cottage cheese has 66% less fat (3.7 g vs 11 g).
- Cottage cheese has 66% less saturated fat (2.4 g vs 7.1 g).
- Cottage cheese has 69% less sugar (1.6 g vs 5.1 g).
- Philadelphia has 91% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.8 g).
- Philadelphia has 100% more fiber (0.3 g vs 0 g).
- Cottage cheese has 38% more protein (12 g vs 7.4 g).
- Cottage cheese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Cottage cheese is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Cottage cheese
_Frischkäse_, Speisesalz
Philadelphia
Volle melk, melkeiwittenbereiding, room weipermeaatconcentraat (van melk), zout, stabilisatoren (iohannesbroodpitmeel, carrageen), voedingszuur (citroenzuur). Van gepasteuriseerde melk.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cottage cheese or Philadelphia?
Overall, 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?
Cottage cheese has fewer calories: 88 kcal versus 144 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Cottage cheese has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 5.1 g per 100 g.