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Mascarpone
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Mascarpone

Dairy

Health Grade

Mascarpone is a rich Italian cream cheese originally from Lombardy, commonly used in desserts like tiramisu and as a creamy component in savory sauces and sprea... Show more

Nutrition Overview

Kcal
429 kcal
Fiber
Fiber
0g
Salt
Salt
0g
Protein
Protein
5g
Fat
Fat
44g
Carbs
Carbs
3g
Sugar
Sugar
3g

Nutrition Quality

Micronutrients
Micronutrients
Low in Vitamin K
Low
Fat Quality
Fat Quality
High in Saturated Fat
Imbalanced
Gut Health
Gut Health
Low Sugar
Fair
Processing
Processing
NOVA 3
Processed
Electrolytes
Electrolytes
Na:K ratio 0.4
Optimal
Satiety
Satiety
High Calorie Density
Very Low
Not Vegan
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Not Lactose Free
~1,80€/100g
1.0g/ml

Healthy Swaps

C+

Part-Skim Ricotta

More Protein
B+

Plain Strained (Greek) Yogurt

More Protein
C-

Low-Fat Cream Cheese

More Protein

Found in

Tiramisu

Tiramisu

4.7
vegetarian
low calorie
gluten free
Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls

Tiramisu Cinnamon Rolls

vegetarian

FAQ

Is Mascarpone healthy?

Mascarpone is rated D on overall nutritional quality. Best consumed in moderation alongside nutrient-dense foods.

What are the macros in Mascarpone?

100g of Mascarpone contains 429 kcal, 4.5g protein, 3g carbohydrates and 44g fat (of which 28g saturated), and 0g fiber.

What NOVA processing level is Mascarpone?

Mascarpone is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Is Mascarpone vegetarian?

Yes, Mascarpone is vegetarian but not vegan.

Is Mascarpone gluten free?

Yes, Mascarpone is gluten free.