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Calories in Mozzarella cheese
Mozzarella cheese has 280 calories per 100g — that’s 78 calories in a typical serving (1 oz · 28 g).
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving1 oz · 28 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal | 78 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g | 7.8 g |
| Carbs | 3.1 g | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 4.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 176 mg |
Common kitchen measures
| Measure | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, shredded | ≈ 113 g | 316 kcal |
| 1 slice | ≈ 28 g | 78 kcal |
Gram weights from USDA FoodData Central — reference values, not exact measurements.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many calories are in Mozzarella cheese?
- Mozzarella cheese has 78 calories per 1 oz (28 g).
- How many calories are in 100g of Mozzarella cheese?
- 100g of Mozzarella cheese has 280 calories, 28g protein, 3.1g carbs and 17g fat.
- How much protein is in Mozzarella cheese?
- Mozzarella cheese has 7.8g of protein per 1 oz (28 g).
- How many calories are in 1 cup, shredded of Mozzarella cheese?
- 1 cup, shredded of Mozzarella cheese (≈ 113 g) has about 316 kcal.
Values are typical reference figures and vary with brand, preparation, and portion. This is general information, not medical or dietary advice.