sharp cheddar cheese or cottage cheese: Which has fewer calories?

Q: sharp cheddar cheese or cottage cheese: Which has fewer calories?

cottage cheese: 98 vs 410 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). Blended smooth, cottage cheese stands in for cheddar in fillings and creamy sauces at a fraction of the calories and fat. It melts less — better cold or in layers.

fewer calories−312 kcal/100g

Swap sharp cheddar cheese
for cottage cheese

Blended smooth, cottage cheese stands in for cheddar in fillings and creamy sauces at a fraction of the calories and fat. It melts less — better cold or in layers.

Side by side (per 100 g)

Both options’ macros with TACO/USDA sourcing. The difference is shown neutrally — the real win is in the badge above.

01sharp cheddar cheese410 kcal/100g

02cottage cheese98 kcal/100g

per 100 g	sharp cheddar cheese	cottage cheese	difference
Calories●	410	98	−312
Protein	24.3g	11g	−13.3g
Carbs	2.1g	3.4g	+1.3g
Fiber	0g	—	—
Sugar	0.3g	—	—
Fat	33.8g	4.3g	−29.5g

source: USDA · TACO/USDA

What changes in flavor and texture

sharp cheddar cheesecottage cheese

Flavor

Sweetness

Saltiness

Acidity

Umami

Richness

Texture

Creaminess

Crispiness

Chewiness

See the ingredient: sharp cheddar cheese See the ingredient: cottage cheese

Where to make this swap

Classics that use the original ingredient — clone any one and make the swap in your version.

Main courseBaked mac and cheese

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