Food guide

Camembert

A bloomy-rind French cheese similar to brie, eaten ripe; a small wedge is a serving.

Dairy

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of camembert for fair comparison. Typical serving: 30 g — 90 kcal per 30 g serving.

Nutrition information for Camembert
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (30 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	300 kcal	90 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	19.7 g	5.9 g	6.6 g
Carbohydrate	0.3 g	0.1 g	0.1 g
Fat	24.3 g	7.3 g	8.1 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of camembert, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Camembert
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (30 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	241 µg	72.3 µg	27%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.45 µg	0.14 µg	2%
Vitamin E	0.21 mg	0.063 mg	1%
Vitamin K	2 µg	0.6 µg	2%
Thiamin	0.028 mg	0.008 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.49 mg	0.15 mg	38%
Niacin	0.63 mg	0.19 mg	4%
Vitamin B6	0.23 mg	0.069 mg	14%
Folate	62 µg	18.6 µg	16%
Vitamin B12	1.3 µg	0.39 µg	54%
Pantothenic acid	1.4 mg	0.42 mg	28%
Choline	15.4 mg	4.6 mg	3%
Minerals
Calcium	388 mg	116 mg	30%
Iron	0.33 mg	0.099 mg	2%
Magnesium	20 mg	6 mg	5%
Phosphorus	347 mg	104 mg	28%
Potassium	187 mg	56.1 mg	4%
Sodium	842 mg	253 mg	37%
Zinc	2.4 mg	0.72 mg	22%
Selenium	14.5 µg	4.4 µg	26%
Copper	0.021 mg	0.006 mg	2%
Manganese	0.038 mg	0.011 mg	2%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Cheese, camembert

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat camembert?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
A bloomy-rind French cheese similar to brie, eaten ripe; a small wedge is a serving.

How to include it

Use as a protein side or in cooking rather than as a sweetened dessert.
Typical pairing ideas: Apple, Bread, Walnuts.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.