Calories in mozzarella
Mozzarella (1 oz, 28 g) has 85 calories, with 6.3 g of protein, 0.7 g of carbohydrates and 6.3 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 299 kcal.
Values are for Cheese, mozzarella, whole milk. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Mozzarella
Per 1 oz (28 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in mozzarella by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 299 | 22.2 g | 2.4 g | 22.1 g |
| 1 cup, shredded | 112 g | 335 | 24.8 g | 2.7 g | 24.8 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 85 | 6.3 g | 0.7 g | 6.3 g |
| 6 slices | 170 g | 508 | 37.7 g | 4.1 g | 37.6 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 30%Carbs 3%Fat 67%
Mozzarella has a medium energy density (3.0 kcal per gram). It provides 7.4 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Eggs & dairy: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skim milk | 34 | 3.4 g | 5 g | 0.1 g |
| 2% milk | 50 | 3.3 g | 4.8 g | 2 g |
| Egg white | 52 | 10.9 g | 0.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) | 59 | 10.2 g | 3.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Whole milk | 61 | 3.1 g | 4.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Plain yogurt (whole milk) | 61 | 3.5 g | 4.7 g | 3.2 g |
| Cottage cheese (2%) | 81 | 10.4 g | 4.8 g | 2.3 g |
| Egg | 143 | 12.6 g | 0.7 g | 9.5 g |
| Scrambled eggs | 149 | 10 g | 1.6 g | 11 g |
| Hard-boiled egg | 155 | 12.6 g | 1.1 g | 10.6 g |
| Fried egg | 196 | 13.6 g | 0.8 g | 14.8 g |
| Feta cheese | 265 | 14.2 g | 3.9 g | 21.5 g |
| Mozzarella | 299 | 22.2 g | 2.4 g | 22.1 g |
| Cream cheese | 350 | 6.2 g | 5.5 g | 34.4 g |
| Cheddar cheese | 403 | 22.9 g | 3.4 g | 33.3 g |
| Parmesan (grated) | 420 | 28.4 g | 13.9 g | 27.8 g |
| Butter | 717 | 0.8 g | 0.1 g | 81.1 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 170845. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in mozzarella?
85 calories in 1 oz (28 g), or 299 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in mozzarella?
6.3 g of protein in 1 oz (28 g) (22.2 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in mozzarella?
0.7 g of carbohydrates in 1 oz (28 g).