Side-by-Side Comparison
Cheeses & Cultured Dairy
Cheddar Cheese (Sharp / Aged) vs. Mozzarella (Fresh Whole Milk)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Cheddar Cheese (Sharp / Aged)
Mozzarella (Fresh Whole Milk)
Sharp cheddar is a hard curd-milled cow's milk cheese aged 9–18 months. Per 100g, it provides 403 kcal, 24.9g protein, 33.1g fat (21.1g saturated), 1.28g carbs (virtually zero lactose), and 721mg calcium.
Fresh mozzarella is a high-moisture pasta filata (stretched curd) cheese. Per 100g, it provides 280 kcal, 22.2g protein, 17.1g fat (10.9g saturated), 2.2g carbohydrates, and 505mg calcium with exceptional melting properties.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
403 kcal | 280 kcal |
|
Protein
|
24.9 g | 22.2 g |
|
Total Fat
|
33.1 g | 17.1 g |
|
Saturated Fat
|
21.1 g | 10.9 g |
|
Carbohydrates / Lactose
|
1.28 (Lactose < 0.1g) g | 2.20 g |
|
Calcium
|
721 mg | 505 mg |
|
Sodium
|
621 mg | 350 mg |
|
Moisture Content
|
36.8 % | 54.0 – 60.0 % |
|
Aging Period
|
9 – 18 Months | Fresh / Unaged (0 Days) |