Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese
What is Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese?
Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese is a food ingredient designed to mimic the taste of real cheddar cheese. It is typically made using a combination of natural and artificial flavorings, often including cheese cultures, enzymes, and other compounds that contribute to the characteristic cheddar flavor profile. These components are carefully blended to achieve a consistent and desirable taste in various food products.
Is Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese vegan?
No. Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese a major allergen?
Depending on the specific ingredients used in its formulation, Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese may contain or be derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens.
What is Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese used for?
Manufacturers use Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese to impart a cheesy taste to foods where using real cheese might be impractical or too expensive.
Is Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese safe?
Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese to impart a cheesy taste to foods where using real cheese might be impractical or too expensive. It functions as a flavor enhancer, providing a savory and tangy note. This ingredient is commonly found in snacks like chips and pretzels, as well as in frozen meals and pasta dishes.
Health notes
Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various flavoring substances, but specific evaluations for complex flavor blends like this may vary. At typical consumption levels found in packaged foods, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies or significant health concerns linked to the use of these flavorings.
Allergen info
Depending on the specific ingredients used in its formulation, Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese may contain or be derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's major allergens. Consumers with milk allergies should check product labels carefully.
Foods that contain Cheese Flavor Cheddar Cheese
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High in sodium — 57% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
144kcal
9.4Protein
6.2Fat
12.7Carbs
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High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
110kcal
6.2Protein
2.6Fat
15.4Carbs
Coborn's Incorporated
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464kcal
7.1Protein
21.4Fat
64.3Carbs
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