Ingredient

Asiago Cheese Flavor

Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use Asiago cheese flavor to enhance the savory profile of a wide range …

What is Asiago Cheese Flavor?

Asiago cheese flavor is a food additive designed to mimic the taste and aroma of authentic Asiago cheese. It is typically created by combining various natural and artificial flavor compounds, often including dairy derivatives, to replicate the sharp, nutty, and slightly sweet notes characteristic of the Italian cheese.

Is Asiago Cheese Flavor vegan?

No. Asiago Cheese Flavor is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.

Is Asiago Cheese Flavor a major allergen?

Asiago cheese flavor may contain or be derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens.

What is Asiago Cheese Flavor used for?

Manufacturers use Asiago cheese flavor to enhance the savory profile of a wide range of food products without using actual cheese.

Is Asiago Cheese Flavor safe?

Asiago cheese flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Asiago cheese flavor to enhance the savory profile of a wide range of food products without using actual cheese. It is commonly found in snacks like crackers and chips, as well as in baked goods, pasta dishes, sauces, and seasoned butter or spreads.

Health notes

Asiago cheese flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavoring substances, but specific evaluations for complex flavor blends like this may vary. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Asiago cheese flavor may contain or be derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. Consumers with dairy allergies should check product labels carefully.

Foods that contain Asiago Cheese Flavor

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Ahold USA, Inc. Garlic Asiago Finishing Butter Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 667kcal 0Protein 66.7Fat 6.7Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Market District, Asiago Cheese Ciabatta Croutons Breads & Buns 429kcal 14.3Protein 14.3Fat 71.4Carbs Johnsonville Sausage, L.L.C. Italian Style Meatballs Bacon, Sausages & Ribs High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 306kcal 16.5Protein 23.5Fat 8.2Carbs Sugar Foods Corporation Asiago Cheese Ciabatta Croutons, Asiago Cheese Breads & Buns 429kcal 14.3Protein 14.3Fat 71.4Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Cheese Square Ravioli, Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type 175kcal 7.7Protein 3.5Fat 28.7Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Cheese Mini Round Ravioli, Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type 171kcal 7.9Protein 2.9Fat 30Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Cheese Ravioli Pasta, Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type 172kcal 7.5Protein 3.7Fat 26.1Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Cheese Ravioli Pasta, Cheese Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 172kcal 7.5Protein 3.7Fat 26.1Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Cheese Ravioli Mini Pasta, Cheese Ravioli Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 171kcal 7.1Protein 3.2Fat 29.3Carbs Johnsonville Sausage, L.L.C. Classic Italian Style Meatballs, Classic Italian Style Frozen Bacon, Sausages & Ribs High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 397kcal 12.3Protein 35.6Fat 6.8Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Cheese Ravioli, Cheese Pasta by Shape & Type 175kcal 7.7Protein 3.5Fat 28.7Carbs Blue Diamond Growers Asiago Cheese Flavored Artisan Brown Rice & Almonds Cracker Snacks With Poppy & Sunflower Seeds, Asiago Cheese With Poppy & Sunflower Seeds Crackers & Biscotti 433kcal 10Protein 11.7Fat 73.3Carbs

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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