Ingredient

Cheddar Powder

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add cheddar powder to provide a concentrated cheese flavor and aroma to foods. …

What it is

Cheddar powder is a dehydrated form of cheddar cheese. It is made by removing moisture from cheese, often through spray-drying or freeze-drying processes, to create a shelf-stable powder that retains much of the cheese's flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add cheddar powder to provide a concentrated cheese flavor and aroma to foods. It is commonly used in snack foods like chips, crackers, and pretzels, as well as in frozen meals, sauces, and baked goods.

Health notes

In the U.S., cheddar powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is a source of calcium and protein. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated cheese and dairy products, but specific evaluations for cheddar powder may vary. At typical consumption levels found in processed foods, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Cheddar powder is derived from milk, making it a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheddar Powder

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Sam Tell & Son, Inc Schar, Cheese Bites Crackers Flavored Snack Crackers 467kcal 10Protein 16.7Fat 66.7Carbs Sonoma Creamery LLC Crunchy Real Cheese Snacks, Cheddar Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 536kcal 35.7Protein 32.1Fat 21.4Carbs Great Fresh Foods, Inc Stuffed Chicken Patties, Applewood Smoked Uncured Bacon & Cheddar Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving 164kcal 19.5Protein 7.0Fat 5.5Carbs Overhill Farms, Inc. Cheese Manicotti With Homestyle Beef Marinara Sauce, Cheese Manicotti Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 101kcal 4.3Protein 3.5Fat 12.6Carbs

Urban Accents, Incorporated White Cheddar Popcorn Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Great Fresh Foods, Inc Applewood Smoked Uncured Bacon & Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Patties Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving 164kcal 19.5Protein 7.0Fat 5.5Carbs Glo's Gumbo, LLC Cheddar Party Mix, Cheddar Other Snacks High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 404kcal 10.5Protein 17.5Fat 57.9Carbs Target Stores Mac & Cheese Ravioli With Ricotta, Cheddar & American Cheeses, Mac & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees 229kcal 10.7Protein 5.7Fat 34.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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