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Daisy Twin Pack 2% Cottage Cheese
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Daisy Twin Pack 2% Cottage Cheese

Daisy
10.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
17g
Protein
5g
Sugars
470mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Daisy Twin Pack 2% Cottage Cheese is a familiar staple in the refrigerated dairy case, typically shelved with other cottage cheeses, specialty yogurts, sour creams and dips. Packaged as two single-serve tubs in a 10.6 oz twin pack, its label leans on simple, homey messaging — “only 3 ingredients,” “live and active cultures,” and a leading-brand badge that positions Daisy as a classic, trusted choice. The product reads as a health-forward comfort food: protein-packed (about 120 calories), mildly tangy with 5g sugars, but notably salty (around 470 mg sodium), and made from cultured skim milk, cream and salt. You’ll see it reach for by shoppers building quick breakfasts, weekend-brunch spreads, post-workout snacks, or ingredient-centric meal-prep days where cottage cheese is mixed into bowls, blended into dips, dolloped over fruit, or spooned onto toast. Brand positioning skews toward practical, health-conscious consumers — older adults who grew up with cottage cheese, young parents seeking simple wholesome foods for kids, and fitness-minded shoppers attracted to its protein claim. The label creates a “natural” health halo through minimal-ingredient claims and the live-culture callout; there’s no organic logo or child-targeted cartooning. In plain processing terms, this is a fermented dairy product made from pasteurized milk and cream with added salt — manufactured but not heavily industrialized. Sensory notes: small curds, creamy mouthfeel with a light tang and visible curd texture; ritual use is casual and quick — peel, spoon, top with fruit or crackers, or mix into recipes. The twin-pack convenience underscores on-the-go and portion-controlled habits common in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium470mg20%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Total Sugars5g
Protein17g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Cultured, Skim, Milk,, Cream,, Salt..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from cultured skim milk, cream and salt, this cottage cheese undergoes fermentation and standard dairy processing (salt addition and packaging), so it is categorized as a processed food rather than an ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Daisy Twin Pack 2% Cottage Cheese

Daisy Cottage Cheese is a solid source of protein, packing in 17 grams per serving, which can be great for muscle maintenance or a satisfying snack. However, 'healthy' can depend on your dietary needs. If you're looking for a low-calorie snack with a good protein punch, this fits the bill, but if you're watching sodium intake, take note of the 470 mg per serving.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
post-workout
meal-prep-sunday

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