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Head to headCheddar vs Mozzarella (Part-Skim)
Hard and sharp against soft and milky.
Mozzarella (Part-Skim) takes it, 56 to 45. A 11-point gap. Pizza's protein alibi — 24g protein per 100g. Cheddar’s case: The people's cheese — real calcium and protein behind the comfort.
Tale of the tape
| Nutrient | Cheddar per 100g | Mozzarella (Part-Skim) per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 | 280 ● |
| Protein | 25g ● | 24g |
| Total Fat | 33.3g | 17.1g ● |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3g | 10.9g ● |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sodium | 621mg ● | 666mg |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 64mg ● |
| Potassium | 98mg ● | 95mg |
Red dot marks the winner of each row. Column bases differ because chain labels are per serving — the per-100-calorie comparisons below put them on equal footing.
Where Cheddar wins
- Cheddar has less sodium per 100 calories (Mozzarella (Part-Skim) has more).
Where Mozzarella (Part-Skim) wins
- Mozzarella (Part-Skim) has 1.4x the protein of Cheddar per 100 calories.
- Mozzarella (Part-Skim) has less saturated fat per 100 calories (Cheddar has more).
Questions
Is Cheddar healthier than Mozzarella (Part-Skim)?
By our scoring, Mozzarella (Part-Skim) grades higher (56 vs 45). The full nutrient comparison is in the tale of the tape above.
Which has more protein, Cheddar or Mozzarella (Part-Skim)?
Cheddar: 6.2g per 100 calories. Mozzarella (Part-Skim): 8.6g per 100 calories.
How many calories are in Cheddar vs Mozzarella (Part-Skim)?
Cheddar: 403 calories per 100g. Mozzarella (Part-Skim): 28 calories per 100g.
A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.