Natural Cottage Cheese vs Protein Cottage Cheese
Overall, Protein Cottage Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Natural Cottage Cheese | Protein Cottage Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 97 kcal | 77 kcal |
| Fat | 4.5 g | 1.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 1 g |
| Sugars | 2.8 g | 2 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 11.5 g | 15 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 21% fewer calories (77 kcal vs 97 kcal).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 67% less fat (1.5 g vs 4.5 g).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 67% less saturated fat (1 g vs 3 g).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 29% less sugar (2 g vs 2.8 g).
- Natural Cottage Cheese has 67% less salt (0.5 g vs 1.6 g).
- Protein Cottage Cheese has 23% more protein (15 g vs 11.5 g).
- Natural Cottage Cheese is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Natural Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese (milk) salt
Protein Cottage Cheese
Pasteurised semi-skimmed cow’s milk, milk protein, salt, modified starch, preservative (potassium ascorbic), lactic acid bacteria, rennet (microbial). Minimum fat in dry content 8.3%. Maximum moisture content 84%
FAQ
Which is healthier: Natural Cottage Cheese or Protein Cottage Cheese?
Overall, Protein 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?
Protein Cottage Cheese has fewer calories: 77 kcal versus 97 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Protein Cottage Cheese has less sugar: 2 g versus 2.8 g per 100 g.