Ingredient

Cheddar Cheese Milk

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cheddar cheese is used to add a distinct savory flavor and creamy texture to …

What it is

Cheddar cheese is a popular hard cheese, originally from England. It is made from cow's milk through a process of curdling, pressing, and aging. The aging process gives it its characteristic sharp flavor.

Why it's used

Cheddar cheese is used to add a distinct savory flavor and creamy texture to a wide range of foods. Common applications include snacks like chips and pretzels, pasta dishes, and as a topping for various meals.

Health notes

As a food ingredient, cheddar cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of protein and calcium, but also contains saturated fat and sodium. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. No specific controversies exist regarding cheddar cheese beyond general dietary advice.

Allergen info

Cheddar cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Products containing Cheddar Cheese Milk

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Frito Lay Sabritas Fiesta Mix Snack Mix 7.5 Ounce Plastic Bag Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 57.1Carbs Cheddar Popped Potato Snack Chips, Cheddar NOT A BRANDED ITEM Cheddar Popped Potato Snack Chips, Cheddar Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 429kcal 7.1Protein 14.3Fat 67.9Carbs Fresh Gourmet Company Texas Toast Croutons, Cheddar Breads & Buns 429kcal 14.3Protein 21.4Fat 57.1Carbs Dairyfood USA, Inc. Dairyfood USA, Inc., Gourmet Cheese Spread, Roasted Garlic, Roasted Garlic Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Mac N' Cheese, Cheese Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 397kcal 10.3Protein 7.8Fat 69.0Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Broccoli Cheddar Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 48% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 65kcal 3.3Protein 2.9Fat 6.9Carbs Maud Borup, Inc. Target Corporation, Dip Cheeseball Mix, Bacon Cheddar Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 333kcal 33.3Protein 0Fat 66.7Carbs Furlani's Food Corporation Cheddar & Garlic Mini Baguettes Breads & Buns 302kcal 11.3Protein 7.5Fat 49.1Carbs Russell Foods,LLC Kentucky Cheese Spread, Beer, Medium Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 17.9Protein 25Fat 10.7Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. 4-Cheese Mozzarella, Provolone, Cheddar And Parmesan Cheeses Ultimate Rise Crust Pizzeria-Style Pizza, 4-Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 248kcal 9.9Protein 8.5Fat 33.3Carbs Target Stores Bacon Cheddar Ranch Breaded Chicken Breast Cutlets Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 204kcal 20.4Protein 9.2Fat 7.0Carbs Hart Food Products Inc. Three Cheese Chicken And Rice With Broccoli Tender White Meat Chicken, Three Cheese Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 127kcal 4.9Protein 4.2Fat 16.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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