Ingredient

Cheese Flavor Base

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use Cheese Flavor Base to impart a cheesy taste to a variety of …

What it is

Cheese Flavor Base is a food ingredient designed to mimic the taste of cheese. It is typically made from a combination of natural and artificial flavorings, often including dairy components like cheese or whey, along with other savory ingredients. The exact composition can vary widely depending on the manufacturer.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Cheese Flavor Base to impart a cheesy taste to a variety of foods without using large amounts of actual cheese. It is commonly found in processed foods such as soups, sauces, snack foods, and ready-to-eat meals where a consistent cheese flavor is desired.

Health notes

Cheese Flavor Base is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring ingredient. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated flavorings, but specific evaluations for 'Cheese Flavor Base' as a distinct entity are not always available. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Some individuals may have sensitivities to specific components within a flavor blend.

Allergen info

Cheese Flavor Base may contain or be derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not typically contain gluten.

Products containing Cheese Flavor Base

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CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Chunky Soup Potato Bratwurst Bacon Prepared Soups High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 95kcal 4.3Protein 5.7Fat 6.8Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Chunky Soup Potato Cheddar Bacon Prepared Soups High in sodium — 60% DV per serving 74kcal 1.9Protein 3.7Fat 8.1Carbs Campbell Soup Company Aged Cheddar Smashed Potatoes, Aged Cheddar Other Deli High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 121kcal 2.9Protein 6.4Fat 12.9Carbs Campbell Soup Company Loaded Smashed Potatoes With Bacon, Bacon Other Deli High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 121kcal 2.9Protein 6.4Fat 12.9Carbs Campbell Soup Company Chunky Baked Potato With Cheddar & Bacon Bits Soup Canned Soup High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 79kcal 1.7Protein 3.8Fat 9.6Carbs

CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Chunky Soup, Baked Potato with Steak and Cheese Soup, 18.8 oz Can Prepared Soups High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 82kcal 2.9Protein 4.1Fat 8.6Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Culinary Reserve Frozen Condensed Broccoli Cheese Soup, 4 Pound Trays, 3-Pack Prepared Soups High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 119kcal 1.6Protein 8.7Fat 7.9Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Culinary Reserve Frozen Condensed Broccoli Cheese Soup, 4 Pound Trays, 3-Pack Prepared Soups High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 119kcal 1.6Protein 8.7Fat 7.9Carbs

CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Chunky Soup, Baked Potato with Cheddar and Bacon Bits Soup, 18.8 Oz Can Prepared Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 78kcal 1.6Protein 3.7Fat 9.0Carbs

CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Kitchen Classics Loaded Potato Soup, 14.5 oz Can Prepared Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 69kcal 1.6Protein 3.7Fat 7.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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