Ingredient

Cheddar Cheese Curds

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use cheddar cheese curds as a primary ingredient in fried appetizers like cheese …

What it is

Cheddar cheese curds are fresh, unaged cheddar cheese that has been cut into small, bite-sized pieces. They are a byproduct of the cheesemaking process, separated from the whey before the cheese is pressed and aged.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cheddar cheese curds as a primary ingredient in fried appetizers like cheese curds, often breaded or battered. They are also used in poutine, a Canadian dish, and can be added to pizzas, salads, and casseroles for a mild cheddar flavor and chewy texture.

Health notes

Cheddar cheese curds are a natural dairy product and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food. They are a source of protein and calcium. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cheese and dairy products, but specific evaluations for 'cheese curds' as a distinct ingredient are not typically separate. As with most dairy, they contain saturated fat and sodium.

Allergen info

Cheddar cheese curds are derived from milk, which is one of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheddar Cheese Curds

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Corinthian Trading, Inc. Cheese Curd Breaded Cheese Curds Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 294kcal 14.1Protein 15.3Fat 25.9Carbs Cheddar Cheese Breaded Curds, Cheddar Cheese Rich Products Corporation Cheddar Cheese Breaded Curds, Cheddar Cheese Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 376kcal 14.1Protein 27.1Fat 20Carbs Rich Products Corporation Beer Battered Cheddar Cheese Curds, Beer Battered Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 376kcal 14.1Protein 24.7Fat 23.5Carbs Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds In A Crispy Golden Coating, Breaded Cheddar Rich Products Corporation Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds In A Crispy Golden Coating, Breaded Cheddar Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 400kcal 14.1Protein 28.2Fat 21.2Carbs Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds In A Crispy Golden Coating, Breaded Cheddar Rich Products Corporation Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds In A Crispy Golden Coating, Breaded Cheddar Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 400kcal 14.1Protein 28.2Fat 21.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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