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Moldy Cecil Cheese Calories
Mold-ripened, salty, stringy cheese, probiotic, calcium-rich
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Moldy Cecil Cheese (30 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 240 mg of Calcium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Moldy Cecil Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
96
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.8g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 28% · Fat 69%
Moldy Cecil Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.8 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 540 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.8 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Moldy Cecil Cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 10 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moldy Cecil Cheese
What is Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Moldy Cecil Cheese is a mold-ripened form of Turkish çeçil cheese, a stringy cheese whose strands can be pulled apart. The intentional mold gives it a stronger aroma and a different appearance from fresh, unmolded çeçil.
Is Moldy Cecil Cheese safe to eat?
Yes, Moldy Cecil Cheese is intended to be eaten when its mold comes from controlled ripening. Unexpected new mold, a slimy surface, a rotten smell, or other clear signs of spoilage are reasons to discard it rather than taste it.
How is Moldy Cecil Cheese made?
Moldy Cecil Cheese is made by allowing çeçil cheese to ripen under conditions that encourage mold to develop. The cheese keeps its characteristic stringy texture, while the ripening process deepens its aroma; methods can vary by producer.
What does Moldy Cecil Cheese taste like?
Moldy Cecil Cheese tastes salty, tangy, and more intense than fresh string cheese. Its strands are soft and separable, and the strength of the flavor can vary with how far the cheese has ripened.
How should you store Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Store Moldy Cecil Cheese in the refrigerator, wrapped or in an airtight container to limit drying and prevent its aroma from spreading to other foods. Keep it out of the room-temperature danger zone for extended periods, and discard it if it shows spoilage.
How do you eat Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Pull Moldy Cecil Cheese into small strands and serve it with bread, vegetables, or olives. Its strong, salty flavor works well as part of a simple cheese plate, where milder foods keep the cheese from overwhelming the meal.
Can you cook with Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Yes, Moldy Cecil Cheese can be added to eggs, pastries, or other hot dishes. Heat softens its strands and brings out its strong aroma, so use it sparingly and account for its saltiness when seasoning the rest of the dish.
How is Moldy Cecil Cheese different from regular çeçil cheese?
Moldy Cecil Cheese is ripened to develop mold and a more pungent, mature flavor. Regular çeçil cheese is generally milder and fresher tasting; both can have the distinctive stringy texture that separates into strands.
Where does Moldy Cecil Cheese come from?
Moldy Cecil Cheese belongs to the Turkish çeçil cheese tradition associated with eastern Turkey, especially Erzurum and nearby areas. Local producers may use different methods to salt, shape, and ripen the cheese.
Can you freeze Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Yes, Moldy Cecil Cheese can be frozen, but thawing may make its strands drier or more crumbly. Divide it into portions and wrap them airtight; after thawing, it is often best used in cooked dishes rather than served as-is.
Moldy Cecil Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
Vitamin A
84µg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Calcium
240mg · 24% DV
Sodium
540mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Zinc
1.05mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Moldy Cecil Cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Moldy Cecil Cheese
To burn the 96 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Moldy Cecil Cheese is a mold-ripened form of çeçil, a stringy cheese traditionally made in eastern Turkey. The curds are pulled into thin strands, giving the cheese its characteristic fibrous texture; the mold-ripened version develops patches on its surface as it matures. It tastes salty and savoury, with a texture that can be both stringy and crumbly. In Turkey, it may be served in small pieces at breakfast with bread and tea, or as part of a cheese spread; it can also be used in savoury pastries. It is protein-rich and energy-dense, with 23 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or herbs to balance its saltiness, and keep the portion modest if you want a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Moldy Cecil Cheese?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Moldy Cecil Cheese Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Moldy Cecil Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Moldy Cecil Cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Moldy Cecil Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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