Calories in Cottage cheese

Data reviewed 2026-09-08 against USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy).

A 100 g serving of cottage cheese has about 81 kcal, with 10.5 g of protein, 4.8 g of carbohydrate (0 g of that fibre) and 2.3 g of fat. The table below gives the full breakdown and the most common portion sizes.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientPer 100 g
Calories81 kcal
Protein10.5 g
Carbohydrate4.8 g
Fibre0 g
Sugars4 g
Fat2.3 g
Saturated fat1.2 g
Sodium308 mg
Cholesterol12 mg

Common portions

PortionWeightCalories
oz28.3 g23 kcal
cup (not packed)226 g183 kcal

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in cottage cheese?

About 81 kcal per 100 g. Portion calories depend on how much you use — see the portions table above for common amounts.

How much protein is in cottage cheese?

Cottage cheese has roughly 10.5 g of protein per 100 g.

Is cottage cheese keto-friendly?

Its net carbs are about 4.8 g per 100 g (total carbs 4.8 g minus 0 g fibre). Whether it fits your day depends on portion size and your carb target.

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