Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base
What is Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base?
Cheddar cheese flavor base is a food ingredient designed to mimic the taste and aroma of cheddar cheese. It is typically made by combining various natural and artificial flavor compounds, often including dairy derivatives like cheese or milk solids, along with other flavor enhancers.
Is Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base vegan?
No. Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base gluten-free?
Gluten is not typically present unless added separately.
Is Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base a major allergen?
Cheddar cheese flavor base may contain milk derivatives, making it a potential allergen for individuals with dairy sensitivities.
What is Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base used for?
Manufacturers use cheddar cheese flavor base to impart a cheesy taste to a wide variety of processed foods.
Is Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base safe?
Cheddar cheese flavor base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use cheddar cheese flavor base to impart a cheesy taste to a wide variety of processed foods. Its function is purely for flavor. It is commonly found in snacks like cheese puffs, sauces, dips, frozen meals, and processed cheese products.
Health notes
Cheddar cheese flavor base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many flavor compounds used in such bases. At typical consumption levels, these ingredients are not associated with adverse health effects. Research on specific flavor compounds may vary, but overall, they are considered safe for their intended use.
Allergen info
Cheddar cheese flavor base may contain milk derivatives, making it a potential allergen for individuals with dairy sensitivities. It is not derived from fish, shellfish, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. Gluten is not typically present unless added separately.
Foods that contain Cheddar Cheese Flavor Base
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Roth Industries, LLC
Smoked Pulled Pork With Gouda Macaroni & Cheese, Smoked
165kcal
8.8Protein
7.3Fat
15Carbs
Giant Eagle, Inc.
Nacho Cheese Sauce
104kcal
3.0Protein
7.5Fat
6.0Carbs
Giant Eagle, Inc.
Nacho Cheese Sauce
104kcal
3.0Protein
7.5Fat
6.0Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Smoked Pulled Pork With Gouda Macaroni And Cheese, Smoked With Gouda Macaroni And Cheese
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 80% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving
185kcal
8.8Protein
7.3Fat
21.2Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Buffalo Style Chicken With Gouda Macaroni & Cheese, Buffalo Style
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
126kcal
7.1Protein
6.2Fat
10.3Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Mac & Cheese Housemade Macaroni Layered With Creamy Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Mac & Cheese
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
166kcal
7.4Protein
7.8Fat
18.0Carbs
Wakefern Food Corporation
White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, White Cheddar
High in sodium — 82% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
150kcal
6.6Protein
6.4Fat
15.9Carbs
Roth Industries, LLC
Smoked Pulled Pork With Gouda Macaroni & Cheese, Smoked
High in sodium — 67% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving
165kcal
8.8Protein
7.3Fat
15Carbs
Meijer, Inc.
Macaroni & Cheese Pasta In A Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Macaroni & Cheese
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
151kcal
6.3Protein
6.8Fat
17.1Carbs
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