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How many calories in
cotija?

Cotija is around 365 calories per 100g, with 22g of protein, 3g of carbs, and 30g of fat. Calorie-dense from the fat content — usually portioned by the slice or ounce rather than free-pouring. High protein for dairy.

365
kcal · 100g
22g
Protein
3g
Carbs
30g
Fat
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical cotija serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
3 oz (85g)
310 kcal
18.7g
4 oz (113g)
412 kcal
24.8g
1 cup (~150g)
548 kcal
33.0g
In your day

What 365 calories means.

Calorie-dense and fatty — 30 g of fat per 100g means small portions add up fast, so weigh it rather than eyeballing.

Share of a 2,000-kcal day
18%
per 100g · 6g protein per 100 kcal
Time to burn it off
🚶 Walking69 min
🏃 Running36 min
🚴 Cycling40 min
Estimated for a 70 kg / 154 lb adult
Comparison

Cotija vs. similar foods.

How cotija stacks up on calories and protein against foods people commonly compare it to:

Food
Calories
Protein / 100 kcal
Cotija
365 kcal / 100g
6g
364 kcal / 100g
6g
371 kcal / 100g
5.9g
357 kcal / 100g
5.9g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in cotija?

Cotija has approximately 365 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 3 oz (85g) — comes in at 310 calories.

How much protein is in cotija?

22g of protein per 100g. That puts cotija at roughly 6.0g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other dairy sources.

How do I log cotija accurately?

The simplest method: weigh it on a kitchen scale, then enter grams in your tracker. With Spotwell, you can skip the scale — point the camera at the plate and the AI estimates the portion in a few seconds. Adjust the value if it looks off.

Is cotija good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Cotija sits in a moderate calorie range. It can fit any goal — weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain — when portioned to your daily target.