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Knudsen cottage cheese
Knudsen cottage cheese by Knudsen provides 96 kcal per 100 g, with 4.4 g of sugars and 8.7 g of protein. That is 35% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C 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: 1/2 cup (115 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | 110 kcal | 95 | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 5 g | 6% | 3.6 +21% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 3 g | 15% | 2.3 +14% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.1 g | 7 g | 3% | 4 +53% |
| Total sugars | 4.4 g | 5 g | 3.2 +35% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 10 g | 20% | 11.6 −25% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 1 g | 0.9 +7% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 661 Cottage cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cottage cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
cultured pasteurized grade a nonfat milk, milk and cream, modified food starch, salt, calcium phosphate, xanthan gum, guar gum, acetic acid, vitamin d3
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Real California Milk
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0049900342728
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Knudsen cottage cheese?
Knudsen cottage cheese contains 96 kcal per 100 g and about 110 kcal per serving (1/2 cup (115 g)).
How much sugar is in Knudsen cottage cheese?
Knudsen cottage cheese has 4.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Knudsen cottage cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Knudsen cottage cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Knudsen 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 June 6, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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