How many calories are in Cheese, Mozzarella?

A 100 g serving of Cheese, Mozzarella has 280 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Cheese, Mozzarella?

Per 100 g there are 27.5 g of protein — about 55% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Mozzarella?

Per 100 g there are 17.1 g of fat and 3.1 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Cheese, Mozzarella high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (56% DV), Protein (55% DV), Vitamin A (15% DV).

Eggs & Dairy

Cheese, Mozzarella

Cheese, Mozzarella belongs to the eggs & dairy category of our catalog. A 100 g serving provides 280 kcal with 27.5 g of protein, 17.1 g of fat, 3.1 g of carbohydrate. Its strongest contribution is calcium — 56% of the Daily Value per 100 g (see the calcium rich foods, including non-dairy sources guide). Related entries in the same group include Cheese, Monterey Jack and Cheese, Mozzarella, or jump to the full food catalog.

280kcalCalories

27.5gProtein

17.1gFat

3.1gCarbs

Calorie & macro balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

280 kcal / 100 g

Protein39.8%27.5 g
Fat55.7%17.1 g
Carbs4.5%3.1 g

What this food is high in

Calcium 731 mg / 100 g Protein 27.5 g / 100 g Vitamin A 137 mcg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g. Tap a ring to explore that nutrient across all foods.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Energy
Calories	280 kcal	14%
Macronutrients
Protein	27.5 g	55%
Total Fat	17.1 g	22%
Saturated Fat	10.9 g	54%
Carbohydrate	3.1 g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0 g	0%
Total Sugars	1.2 g	2%
Minerals
Sodium	16 mg	<1%
Potassium	95 mg	2%
Calcium	731 mg	56%
Iron	0.3 mg	1%
Magnesium	26 mg	6%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin A	137 mcg	15%
Vitamin D	0.3 mcg	2%
Other
Cholesterol	54 mg	18%

* Percent of the Daily Value (based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cheese, Mozzarella?: A 100 g serving of Cheese, Mozzarella has 280 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Cheese, Mozzarella?: Per 100 g there are 27.5 g of protein — about 55% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Cheese, Mozzarella?: Per 100 g there are 17.1 g of fat and 3.1 g of carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Cheese, Mozzarella high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Calcium (56% DV), Protein (55% DV), Vitamin A (15% DV).

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