Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
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What it is
Cheddar cheese popcorn is a snack food made by coating popped popcorn kernels with a flavoring that mimics the taste of cheddar cheese. The flavoring typically includes cheese powders, salt, and other spices. It is often combined with other flavors, such as caramel, for a sweet and savory combination.
Why it's used
Cheddar cheese flavoring is added to popcorn and snack mixes to provide a savory, cheesy taste. Manufacturers use it to enhance the palatability of snacks and create popular flavor combinations. It is commonly found in popcorn, snack mixes, and some seasoned nuts.
Health notes
Cheddar cheese flavoring is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is composed of various food-grade ingredients, including cheese powders, salt, and flavorings, which have been evaluated by regulatory bodies. At typical consumption levels, it does not pose health risks. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual components used in cheese flavorings.
Allergen info
Cheddar cheese flavoring may contain milk, as it is derived from cheese. It is not derived from egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. Gluten is not typically present unless added as a separate ingredient.
Products containing Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
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Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Windy City Caramel Corn & Cheddar Cheese Flavored Popcorn Mix, Windy City Caramel Corn & Cheddar Cheese
464kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
57.1Carbs
Popcornopolis LLC
Popcorn Party Tin, Caramel & Cheddar
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
536kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
78.6Carbs