Protein in string cheese by portion
| Portion | Protein |
|---|---|
| stick (28 g) | 7 g |
| 100 g | 25 g |
Typical values. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.
How string cheese compares
String cheese ranks #21 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:
How much string cheese to hit your target
120 gof string cheese gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
6%of a 126 g daily target in one stick of string cheese
20%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g
126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.
Questions about protein in string cheese
How much protein is in one stick of string cheese?
One stick of string cheese (28 g) has about 7 g of protein. Per 100 g, string cheese has 25 g.
Is string cheese high in protein?
Yes. With 25 g of protein per 100 g, string cheese is one of the more protein-dense foods, ranking #21 of the 44 foods in our list.
How much string cheese do I need for 30 g of protein?
About 120 g, or about 4.5 sticks, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.
