Ingredient

Cheddar Cheese Base

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use cheddar cheese base to add a rich, authentic cheddar flavor and creamy …

What it is

Cheddar cheese base is a concentrated form of cheddar cheese, often made by removing some of the water and fat. It's created by processing aged cheddar cheese to achieve a smoother texture and more intense flavor. This base is used to impart a strong cheddar taste and creamy consistency.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cheddar cheese base to add a rich, authentic cheddar flavor and creamy texture to a variety of processed foods. It is commonly found in frozen meals, sauces, dips, macaroni and cheese, and snack foods where a distinct cheese taste is desired.

Health notes

Cheddar cheese base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of calcium and protein. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar cheese products, but specific evaluations for 'cheddar cheese base' as a distinct additive are not widely published. At typical consumption levels, it contributes to the overall nutritional profile of foods.

Allergen info

Cheddar cheese base is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheddar Cheese Base

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Topco Associates, Inc. Chicken Enchiladas Entree Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 160kcal 5.6Protein 6.1Fat 19.7Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Five Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Cavatappi Pasta In A Blend Of Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano, Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella & Asiago Cheeses, Topped With Breadcrumbs Entree, Five Cheese Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 150kcal 5.7Protein 6.6Fat 17.2Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Entree Bacon Cheeseburger Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 39% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 136kcal 7.0Protein 4.4Fat 16.2Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Macaroni & Cheese Classic Elbow Macaroni In A Creamy Cheddar Cheese Sauce Entree, Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 115kcal 4.8Protein 2.6Fat 17.2Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Jalapeno Cheddar Flavored Cheese Dip, Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese 141kcal 3.1Protein 9.4Fat 12.5Carbs Supervalu, Inc. A Blend Of Broccoli Florets In A Rich, Creamy Cheddar Cheese Soup, Broccoli & Cheddar Other Soups High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 81kcal 3.1Protein 4.9Fat 5.8Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Baked Potato Soup, Potato Other Soups High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 106kcal 2.2Protein 7.1Fat 8.8Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 110kcal 4.8Protein 2.6Fat 16.3Carbs Rafael Padilla & Cia S. En C. Broccoli Cheese Soup, Broccoli Cheese Other Soups High in sodium — 106% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 79kcal 3.1Protein 5.1Fat 5.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Vegetable & Cheese Lasagna Freshly Made Pasta With Ricotta, Mozzarella, Corn, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Onions, Carrots, Spinach And A Creamy Cheese Sauce, Vegetable & Cheese Lasagna Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 156kcal 7.2Protein 7.2Fat 14.8Carbs Macaroni & Cheese Freshly Made Pasta In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Macaroni & Cheese Weis Markets, Inc. Macaroni & Cheese Freshly Made Pasta In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Macaroni & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 172kcal 7.2Protein 7.6Fat 17.6Carbs Stuffed Foods LLC Broccoli & Cheddar Veggie Tots, Broccoli & Cheddar French Fries, Potatoes & Onion Rings High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 59kcal 3.5Protein 1.2Fat 8.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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