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Cottage cheese
Cottage cheese provides 104 kcal per 100 g, with 3.6 g of sugars and 12 g of protein. That is 41% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Plain cottage cheeses category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 104 kcal | 92 +13% |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 3.6 +25% |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 2.3 +38% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.6 g | 2.9 +25% |
| Total sugars | 3.6 g | 2.6 +41% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.1 g | 0.1 −45% |
| Protein | 12 g | 11.9 |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.7 −37% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 154 Plain cottage cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other plain cottage cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cottage cheese (milk), 4% cream (milk), crème fraîche (milk), salt.
- Allergens
- Milk
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 36692392
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cottage cheese?
Cottage cheese contains 104 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Cottage cheese?
Cottage cheese has 3.6 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 C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — 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 March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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