Cheese, camembert
FDC 172178oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 29 · -6 vs Dairy & eggs medianCamembert scores 29 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, Low band, and ranks 39 of 60 in Dairy & eggs. Its soft, bloomy rind belies a solid nutrient profile per calorie: protein at 40% DV, calcium at 30% DV, and vitamin A at 27% DV.
It is typically served at room temperature on a cheese board, baked whole, or spread on crackers, with one ounce (28 g) as the reference serving. Sodium runs high at 842 mg per 100 g and saturated fat at 15.3 g per 100 g, so it is a food best enjoyed in small portions rather than by the wedge. Scoring below the Dairy & eggs median of 35, fontina is a same-category option that ranks slightly higher.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal | 15% |
| Total fat | 24 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 15 g | 77% |
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 842 mg | 37% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.46 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.46 g | |
| Protein | 20 g | 40% |
| Potassium | 187 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% |
| Iron | 0.33 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 241 µg | 27% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 84 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 4.3 g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 236 mg | 10% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.13 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.13 g | |
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% |
| Potassium | 52 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.09 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 5.6 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 67 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06 mg | 0% |
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FDC 172178Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the dairy & eggs median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Camembert is a soft, bloomy-rind cow's milk cheese known for its edible white rind and creamy, spoonable interior once ripe. It's traditionally served at room temperature on a cheese board with crusty bread, crackers, and fruit like apples or grapes, and it's also baked whole in its box until molten for dipping bread or vegetables, or melted into sandwiches and tarts.
Keep camembert refrigerated in its original wrapper or wax paper, and pull it out roughly 30 to 60 minutes before serving so it can soften to room temperature for the best texture; use it within its use-by date since the rind continues to ripen the cheese over time. A 28 g (1 oz) serving reflects 300 calories, and per 100 g camembert provides 19.8 g protein, reaching 40% DV, along with 30% DV for calcium and 27% DV for vitamin A. At 24.3 g fat per 100 g, it's a rich cheese best enjoyed in modest portions as part of a cheese board or melted dish rather than as an everyday snack.
Frequently asked questions about cheese, camembert
How many calories are in camembert?
A 28 g (1 oz) serving reflects 300 calories, based on 100 g values.
Is camembert a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides 19.8 g protein per 100 g, reaching 40% DV, along with 30% DV for calcium.
How is camembert typically served?
It's often served at room temperature with bread and fruit, or baked whole in its box until soft for dipping.