Ingredient

Cheddar Cheese Blend

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use cheddar cheese blend to impart a cheesy flavor and creamy texture to …

What it is

A blend of cheeses, typically including cheddar, that is processed for specific culinary applications. It is often made by combining natural cheese with other ingredients like water, emulsifiers, and flavorings to achieve a desired texture and meltability.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cheddar cheese blend to impart a cheesy flavor and creamy texture to foods. It is commonly found in snacks like chips and pretzels, frozen appetizers, popcorn, and processed cheese products.

Health notes

Cheddar cheese blend 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 cheese and dairy products, but specific blended ingredients may not have separate evaluations. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.

Allergen info

Cheddar cheese blend is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten unless added ingredients introduce it.

Products containing Cheddar Cheese Blend

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MY FAVORITE... My Favorite..., Waffle Mix, Bacon & Cheddar Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 342kcal 7.9Protein 2.6Fat 71.0Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Cheddar Cheese & Bacon Potato Skins Loaded With Cheddar Cheese Sauce And Bacon Appetizer, Cheddar Cheese & Bacon Potato Skins Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 212kcal 6.1Protein 13.6Fat 16.7Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Ham and Cheese Breadstick Prepared/Preserved Foods Variety Packs High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 194kcal 7.5Protein 6.0Fat 26.9Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET - Cheeseburger Breadstick, 4.91 OZ Sandwiches/Filled Rolls/Wraps 187kcal 6.5Protein 3.6Fat 32.4Carbs Western Family Foods, Inc. Cheesy Broccoli Dry Soup Mix Other Soups High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 432kcal 8.1Protein 16.2Fat 59.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Pretzel Pieces, Cheddar Cheese Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 464kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 64.3Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Cheddar Cheese & Bacon Potato Skins Loaded With Cheddar Cheese Sauce And Bacon Appetizer, Cheddar Cheese & Bacon Potato Skins Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 184kcal 5.8Protein 11.5Fat 13.8Carbs D. F. Stauffer Biscuit Co. Inc Snack Crackers Flavored Snack Crackers 467kcal 10Protein 16.7Fat 66.7Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Stuffed Potato Skins, Cheddar Cheese And Bacon Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 222kcal 6.9Protein 13.9Fat 16.7Carbs UTZ Quality Foods, LLC Party Mix Snacks Other Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 67.9Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Hormel, Compleats, Sausage Breakfast Scramble Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 160% DV per serving 164kcal 8.0Protein 12.2Fat 3.8Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Hormel, Compleats, Bacon Breakfast Scramble Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 39% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 160% DV per serving 164kcal 9.4Protein 11.7Fat 5.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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