Mozzarella String Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Mozzarella String Cheese by Kraft scores 9/10 for Clean Label based on processed food (nova 3).
Mozzarella String Cheese by Kraft provides 304 calories, 22.5g protein, 22.5g fat, and 2.1g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 7.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Blood Sugar, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 22.5g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 1.1g per 100g.
- ✓Contains no detected additives — a clean ingredient list.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (13.2g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Mozzarella String Cheese by Kraft sits near the middle of the cheese category with 304 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321). Very low sugar at 1.1g per 100g — much better than the 7.9g category average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 304 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 22.5g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 1.1g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 13.2g per 100g
- •Sodium: 636mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 13.2g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 636mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1271mg — roughly 55% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
Mozzarella String Cheese is a solid choice in its category. For variety, browse other top-scoring cheese products on NutritionRanked.
Ingredients
Low Moisture Part Mozzarella Cheese (Pasteurized Skim Milk, Cheese Cultures, salt, enzymes)