mozzarella cheese or cottage cheese: Which has fewer calories?

Q: mozzarella cheese or cottage cheese: Which has fewer calories?

cottage cheese: 98 vs 330 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). In lasagna layers and fillings, blended cottage swaps part of the mozzarella for less fat, calories and sodium while keeping the creaminess. Add it cold when assembling.

fewer calories−232 kcal/100g

Swap mozzarella cheese
for cottage cheese

In lasagna layers and fillings, blended cottage swaps part of the mozzarella for less fat, calories and sodium while keeping the creaminess. Add it cold when assembling.

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.

01mozzarella cheese330 kcal/100g

02cottage cheese98 kcal/100g

per 100 g	mozzarella cheese	cottage cheese	difference
Calories●	330	98	−232
Protein	22.6g	11g	−11.6g
Carbs	3g	3.4g	+0.4g
Fiber	0g	—	—
Sugar	0g	—	—
Fat	25.2g	4.3g	−20.9g

source: TACO · TACO/USDA

What changes in flavor and texture

mozzarella cheesecottage cheese

Flavor

Sweetness

Saltiness

Acidity

Umami

Richness

Texture

Creaminess

Crispiness

Chewiness

See the ingredient: mozzarella 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.

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