Ingredient

Pepper Jack Cheese

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use Pepper Jack cheese for its unique spicy flavor and creamy texture. It …

What it is

Pepper Jack cheese is a semi-soft, processed cheese made from cow's milk, flavored with spicy chili peppers. It is created by adding chopped jalapeño or other types of chili peppers to Monterey Jack cheese during the cheesemaking process. The peppers give the cheese a distinctive spicy kick and often flecks of red and green throughout.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Pepper Jack cheese for its unique spicy flavor and creamy texture. It is commonly found in nachos, quesadillas, sandwiches, burgers, and as a topping for baked dishes. Its meltability also makes it suitable for sauces and dips.

Health notes

Pepper Jack cheese is a dairy product and a source of protein and calcium. Like other cheeses, it can be high in saturated fat and sodium. The FDA considers cheese a staple food, and no specific upper intake limits are set for cheese consumption beyond general dietary guidelines. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated cheese and dairy products as part of broader food safety assessments.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Pepper Jack Cheese

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WESTERN SELECT Pepper Jack Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs READY TO COOK Sausage & Rice Stuffed Bell Peppers Other Deli 75kcal 3.0Protein 1.8Fat 11.6Carbs FRESH & EASY, LLC Protein Breakfast Sandwich Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals 182kcal 15.2Protein 7.1Fat 15.2Carbs Stuffed Mushrooms READY TO COOK Stuffed Mushrooms Other Deli High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 134kcal 5.6Protein 9.2Fat 6.3Carbs FRESH & EASY Veggie, Cheese + Ranch Platter Lunch Snacks & Combinations 45kcal 1.8Protein 1.8Fat 6.4Carbs Pace Foods, Inc. Beer & Cheese Dip Cheese 150kcal 3.3Protein 8.3Fat 13.3Carbs Conagra Frozen Foods Banquet, Santa Fe Style Rice And Beans Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 121kcal 3.9Protein 3.4Fat 18.0Carbs Nancy's Specialty Foods Quiche Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 53% DV per serving 253kcal 10Protein 15.9Fat 18.2Carbs Buus Inc. Gourmet Portabella Other Deli 70kcal 6.2Protein 2.8Fat 7.8Carbs Stone Mill Bread & Flour Co. Jalapeno Three Cheese Breads & Buns 250kcal 10.7Protein 5.4Fat 42.9Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Beef Snack Bites With Cheddar & Pepper Jack Cheese Tray Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 400kcal 22.7Protein 33.3Fat 0Carbs Family Farms LLC Dried Beef & Pepper Jack Cheese Other Meats High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 75kcal 8.9Protein 3.8Fat 0.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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