Cottage Cheese
Cottage Cheese by Penn Maid Dairy provides 105 kcal per 100 g, with 2.6 g of sugars and 12.3 g of protein. That is 18% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cottage cheeses category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 114 g (0.5 cup)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 105 kcal | 120 kcal | 95 +11% | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 5 g | 6% | 3.6 +22% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 3 g | 15% | 2.3 +15% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.4 g | 5 g | 2% | 4 +10% |
| Total sugars | 2.6 g | 3 g | 3.2 −18% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 12.3 g | 14 g | 28% | 11.6 +5% |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.1 g | 0.9 +13% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 661 Cottage cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cottage cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cultured pasteurized skim milk, whey protein concentrate, cream, whey, salt, modified food starch, potassium sorbate and carbon dioxide (to preserve freshness), guar gum, carrageenan, locust bean gum, and enzyme.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 114 g (0.5 cup)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0072530000263
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cottage Cheese?
Cottage Cheese contains 105 kcal per 100 g and about 120 kcal per serving (114 g (0.5 cup)).
How much sugar is in Cottage Cheese?
Cottage Cheese has 2.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cottage Cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Cottage Cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Cottage Cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 15, 2022. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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