Ingredient

Cheddar Cheese Paste

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use cheddar cheese paste to impart a strong cheddar cheese flavor and color …

What it is

Cheddar cheese paste is a concentrated form of cheddar cheese. It is made by processing cheddar cheese to create a smooth, spreadable paste, often by removing some moisture and fat.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cheddar cheese paste to impart a strong cheddar cheese flavor and color to foods. It is commonly found in snack foods like popcorn and seasoned nuts, as well as in some prepared meals and sauces.

Health notes

Cheddar cheese paste is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of calcium and protein, typical of dairy products. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated cheese and dairy products, but specific evaluations for 'cheddar cheese paste' are not widely documented. At typical consumption levels, it poses no known health risks.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Cheddar Cheese Paste

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Campbell Soup Company Potato Broccoli Cheese Soup, Potato Broccoli Cheese Canned Soup High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 71kcal 1.2Protein 4.2Fat 6.7Carbs Twelveeleventwelve LLC Annie B's, Popcorn, Jalapeno Cheddar, Jalapeno Cheddar Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 571kcal 7.1Protein 39.3Fat 46.4Carbs Twelveeleventwelve LLC Annie B's, Handmade Popcorn, Sharp Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 571kcal 7.1Protein 39.3Fat 46.4Carbs Twelveeleventwelve LLC Annie B's, Handmade Popcorn, Triple Treat, Triple Treat Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 464kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 60.7Carbs Nestle USA-Prepared Foods Division, Inc. Buitoni, Four Cheese Ravioli, Light, Light Pasta by Shape & Type 269kcal 12.9Protein 6.5Fat 40.9Carbs Nestle USA-Prepared Foods Division, Inc. Buitoni, Cheese & Roasted Garlic Tortelloni Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 295kcal 14.3Protein 8.6Fat 41.0Carbs Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division Beef & Chorizo Tortilla Made With Whole Wheat Filled With Creamy Queso, Brown Rice, Ground Beef, Chorizo, Pinto Beans, Quinoa, Tomatoes, Peppers And Poblano Chiles Xl Burritos, Beef & Chorizo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 212kcal 8.8Protein 7.4Fat 27.6Carbs

Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Scalloped Potatoes Made With Fresh Potatoes, Real Butter & White Cheddar Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes Other Deli High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 136kcal 5Protein 7.1Fat 12.9Carbs

Safeway, Inc. Spicy Buffalo Style Mac & Cheese Macaroni In A Buffalo-Style Cheese Sauce, Spicy Buffalo Style Mac & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 118kcal 5Protein 5Fat 13.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Scalloped Sliced Russet Potatoes Blended With A Creamy White Cheese Sauce Potatoes, Scalloped Other Deli High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 129kcal 4.3Protein 7.1Fat 12.9Carbs Safeway, Inc. Uncured Ham & Cheddar Hashbrown Bake Tender Cooked Shredded Potatoes With Cubed Uncured Ham, Red Bell Pepper, Green Onions And Celery Combined In A Cheese Sauce And Topped With Melted Cheddar Cheese , Uncured Ham & Cheddar Hashbrown Bake Other Deli High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 123kcal 6.0Protein 6.0Fat 11.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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