American Cheese Sauce
What is American Cheese Sauce?
American cheese sauce is a processed cheese product, often made from a blend of natural cheeses, milk, and emulsifying salts. It is heated and mixed until smooth and creamy, creating a sauce-like consistency.
Is American Cheese Sauce vegan?
No. American Cheese Sauce is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is American Cheese Sauce gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is American Cheese Sauce a major allergen?
American cheese sauce contains milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens.
What is American Cheese Sauce used for?
Manufacturers use American cheese sauce as a topping or filling to add a cheesy flavor and creamy texture to foods.
Is American Cheese Sauce safe?
American cheese sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use American cheese sauce as a topping or filling to add a cheesy flavor and creamy texture to foods. It is commonly found in processed snacks, frozen breakfast items, and savory baked goods.
Health notes
American cheese sauce is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is a source of calcium and protein. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many cheese ingredients. While generally considered safe in moderation, like many processed foods, high consumption may contribute to increased intake of sodium and saturated fat.
Allergen info
American cheese sauce contains milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain American Cheese Sauce
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General Mills, Inc.
Sweet Maple Flavor Bacon Stuffed Waffle, Sweet Maple
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving
336kcal
9.3Protein
19.6Fat
31.8Carbs
General Mills, Inc.
Sweet Maple Flavor Sausage Stuffed Waffle, Sweet Maple
High in sodium — 35% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
339kcal
8.9Protein
21.8Fat
28.2Carbs
GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.
Pillsbury Sausage Egg and Cheese Stuffed Waffle 4 Count
High in sodium — 35% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
325kcal
8.2Protein
20.4Fat
27.2Carbs
General Mills, Inc.
Sweet Maple Flavor Stuffed Waffle, Sweet Maple
High in sodium — 38% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
363kcal
9.7Protein
21.0Fat
32.3Carbs
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