Ingredient

Cheese Cultured

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use cultured cheese for its distinct tangy flavor and improved texture in a …

What it is

Cultured cheese is a type of cheese made by adding specific live bacteria cultures to milk. These cultures ferment lactose (milk sugar) into lactic acid, which helps develop the cheese's flavor, texture, and aroma. The process is similar to how yogurt is made, but tailored for cheesemaking.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cultured cheese for its distinct tangy flavor and improved texture in a variety of foods. It is often found in cheese blends, dips, spreads, and baked goods where a rich, complex cheese taste is desired.

Health notes

Cultured cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use. The fermentation process can increase the bioavailability of certain nutrients. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar fermented dairy products. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Cultured cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheese Cultured

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Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. 3 Cheese Macaroni Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 207kcal 8.6Protein 9.3Fat 22.9Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Pulled Pork Meal, Pulled Pork Other Deli High in sodium — 82% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 60% DV per serving 212kcal 14.6Protein 11.5Fat 12.6Carbs B. Robert's Foods, Inc. Spinach & Ricotta Pasta Bake, Spinach & Ricotta Other Deli High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 128kcal 5.3Protein 5.7Fat 13.2Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Fettuccine Alfredo With Chicken Alfredo Sauce, Fettuccine Pasta, White Chicken Meat And Parmesan Cheese, Fettuccine Alfredo With Chicken Other Deli High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 188kcal 9.7Protein 8.3Fat 18.8Carbs Slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese Kraft Heinz Foods Company Slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese Cheese 190kcal 14.3Protein 9.5Fat 14.3Carbs Meijer, Inc. Parmesan Reduced Fat Style Grated Topping, Parmesan Cheese 300kcal 20Protein 10Fat 20Carbs Target Stores Chicken Bacon Ranch Bites, Chicken Bacon Ranch Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 11.8Protein 10.5Fat 27.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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