Protein in Brie: How Much per 100g and per Portion
Brie cheese provides 20.3g of protein per 100g, based on official UK data for Brie with the outer rind removed. A common 30g portion contains 6.1g of protein and 103 kcal. Around 24% of the energy in Brie comes from protein, with the majority coming from its high fat content.
CoFID 12-344 · Cheese, Brie, with outer rind removed
What the numbers say
- Protein per calorie. Brie provides 5.9g of protein for every 100 kcal. Protein accounts for 24% of its total energy, with the remainder coming almost entirely from fat.
- Fat and salt levels. According to UK front-of-pack labelling guidance, Brie is high in fat at 29.1g per 100g and high in saturated fat at 18.2g. Its salt content is classed as medium at 1.39g per 100g.
- Carbohydrate and fibre. Brie contains no carbohydrate, sugars, or dietary fibre. The data shows only trace amounts of carbohydrates and sugars for this food.
Brie macros per 100g
| Per 100g | Amount | % RI | Colour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 343 kcal 1,422 kJ |
17% | – |
| Protein | 20.3g | 41% | – |
| Fat | 29.1g | 42% | high |
| of which saturates | 18.2g | 91% | high |
| Carbohydrate | trace | 0% | – |
| of which sugars | trace | 0% | low |
| Fibre | 0g | – | – |
| Salt | 1.39g | 23% | medium |
% RI is the share of the adult reference intake used on UK food labels (protein 50g, energy 2,000 kcal). Label colour applies the FSA front-of-pack bands for fat, saturates, sugars and salt per 100g. “Trace” means CoFID reports only a trace amount.
Protein in brie by amount
| Amount | Protein | kcal | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30g | 6.1g | 103 | 0g | 8.7g |
| 50g | 10.2g | 172 | 0g | 14.6g |
| 100g | 20.3g | 343 | 0g | 29.1g |
Example amounts for comparison, not recommended portions. Weigh your own serving.
Amount of brie for 20g or 30g of protein
- To get 20g of protein from Brie, you would need to eat a 99g amount, which also contains 338 kcal and 28.7g of fat.
- A larger protein target of 30g requires a 148g portion, providing 507 kcal and over 2g of salt.
- A smaller 30g portion, often used with crackers or in a sandwich, provides 6.1g of protein and 103 kcal.
How it compares with other egg and dairy foods
Within the egg and dairy foods group on this site, Brie ranks 7th out of 23 for protein content per 100g. However, due to its high fat content, its protein-per-calorie ranking is much lower, at 21st out of 23. Its 20.3g of protein per 100g is higher than Mozzarella (18.6g) and Feta (15.6g), but lower than Cheddar (25.4g) and Soft Goats’ Cheese (21.1g). Cheeses like Mozzarella offer more protein for the same calories, with 7.2g per 100 kcal compared to Brie’s 5.9g.
| Per 100g | Protein | kcal | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brie | 20.3g | 343 | 5.9g |
| Soft Goats’ Cheese | 21.1g | 320 | 6.6g |
| Mozzarella | 18.6g | 257 | 7.2g |
| Feta | 15.6g | 250 | 6.2g |
| Cheddar Cheese | 25.4g | 416 | 6.1g |
Quick answers
Is Brie a high-protein cheese?
Brie contains a significant 20.3g of protein per 100g. This is more protein than Feta or Mozzarella, but less than harder cheeses like Cheddar, which has over 25g.
Does Brie contain any carbohydrates or sugar?
No, according to official UK data, Brie cheese with the rind removed contains 0.0g of carbohydrate and 0.0g of sugars.
When to speak to a GP or dietitian
- This food contains milk, one of the 14 allergens that UK food law requires to be declared. If you have a milk allergy, follow the plan from your GP or allergy clinic and check labels on the products you buy.
- If you have chronic kidney disease, you may have been given a protein target. Check with your renal team or GP before raising your protein intake.
- If tracking protein or calories starts to feel stressful or takes over your day, talk to your GP. Our safety note lists support services.