Most popular cotija cheese brands in the United States
Ranked by popularity in the BodyPal database
# Productkcal / 100 g
1Tia Angelita Cotija Cheese2 tsp · 5 g300 kcal
2El Mexicano Queso Cotija Cheese1 oz · 28 g321 kcal
3Tropical Grated Cotija Cheese1 tbsp · 7 g286 kcal
4Mexican Cheese Producers Mexican Style Grated Cotija Cheese1/4 cup · 28 g357 kcal
5Qu Gusto Cotija Cheese1 tbsp · 5 g500 kcal
6V&V Supremo Cotija Cheese1 oz · 28 g429 kcal
7Queso Campesino Cotija Cheese1 oz · 28 g393 kcal
Cotija labels use tiny servings of 5 to 7 grams, and the rounding on those small numbers is why brand values per 100 g spread from 286 to 500 calories around the 366 average.
Source: manufacturer labels / USDA FoodData Central.
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Cotija cheese FAQs
How many calories are in cotija cheese?
One ounce (28 g) of cotija has 102 calories, and 100 g has 366 calories. A 2 teaspoon sprinkle of 5 g adds about 18 calories.
Is cotija cheese good for weight loss?
An ounce is 102 calories with 5.6 g protein and 8.4 g fat, so a sprinkle of 5 g costs only 18 calories while a quarter cup of 28 g already reaches 102.
Is cotija cheese higher in calories than gouda?
Only slightly: cotija has 366 calories per 100 g and gouda 356, a difference of 10 calories.
How much protein and sodium are in cotija cheese?
Per 100 g cotija has 20 g protein and 1,400 mg sodium. One ounce gives 5.6 g protein and 392 mg sodium.