Cheese Corn: Non-gmo Popcorn
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What it is
Cheese corn is a snack food made from popcorn that has been flavored with cheese. The popcorn is typically air-popped or oil-popped and then coated with a cheese-flavored seasoning, often derived from real cheese or cheese powders.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add cheese corn flavoring to popcorn and snack mixes to provide a savory, cheesy taste and aroma. It is a popular flavor for popcorn, especially in varieties like "Chicago Mix" which often combines sweet and savory elements.
Health notes
Cheese corn flavoring itself is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many cheese-flavoring compounds. The health impact is primarily related to the overall nutritional profile of the snack, including sodium and fat content, rather than the flavoring itself.
Allergen info
Depending on the specific ingredients used in the cheese flavoring, it may contain milk as a major allergen. It is not derived from fish, shellfish, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. Gluten is not typically present unless added as a carrier.
Products containing Cheese Corn: Non-gmo Popcorn
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Cornfields, Inc.
G.H. Cretors, Popped Corn, Chicago Mix, Chicago Mix
500kcal
4.8Protein
28.6Fat
59.5Carbs
Vermont Cheese Products, Inc.
Maple Cheddar Sweet & Cheesy Popcorn, Maple Cheddar Sweet & Cheesy
467kcal
6.7Protein
26.7Fat
56.7Carbs
Cornfields, Inc.
The Mix Popped Corn, Buttery Caramel & Real Cheddar Cheese
500kcal
7.1Protein
28.6Fat
60.7Carbs