Ingredient

Processed Cheddar Cheese

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Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use processed cheddar cheese for its consistent melting properties, extended shelf life, and …

What it is

Processed cheddar cheese is a food product made from natural cheddar cheese, often blended with other dairy ingredients, emulsifying salts, and sometimes food colorings or flavorings. It is heated and mixed to create a uniform, stable product with a smooth texture.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use processed cheddar cheese for its consistent melting properties, extended shelf life, and smooth texture. It is commonly found in frozen appetizers, snack foods, and prepared meals where a stable cheese component is desired.

Health notes

Processed cheddar cheese is regulated by the FDA as a food product. As a dairy product, it contributes protein, calcium, and fat to the diet. Like other processed foods, it can be a source of sodium and saturated fat; the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. JECFA and EFSA have not evaluated processed cheddar cheese as a singular food additive.

Allergen info

This product contains milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.

Products containing Processed Cheddar Cheese

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Ruiz Food Products Inc Egg & Cheese Roll-Ups Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 44% DV per serving 190kcal 7.8Protein 8.4Fat 22.5Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Stuffed Breaded Shrimp, Jalapeno & Three Cheese Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 264kcal 8.6Protein 15Fat 26.4Carbs Monogram Food Solutions LLC Corn Dogs, Smoked Sausage & Cheddar Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 276kcal 9.2Protein 15.8Fat 26.3Carbs Hempler Foods Group LLC Pepperoni With Jalapeno & Cheese, Sunflower Kernels, Cherry-Infused Dried Cranberries Snack Tray, Pepperoni With Jalapeno & Cheese Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 509kcal 16.4Protein 32.7Fat 40Carbs

Hempler Foods Group LLC Pepperoni With Jalapeno & Cheese Other Snacks High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 471kcal 23.5Protein 43.1Fat 9.8Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Roll-Ups Egg & Cheese Rolled In A Flour Tortilla Frozen Bread & Dough High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 183kcal 7.0Protein 7.0Fat 23.2Carbs Humidity Broccoli Rice Casserole Other Deli High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 124kcal 5.3Protein 7.1Fat 11.5Carbs Dierberg's Markets, Inc. Pimento Cheese Spread Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 457kcal 10.7Protein 42.9Fat 7.1Carbs

Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Turkey Bacon & Cheddar Turkey Burgers, Turkey Bacon & Cheddar Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 195kcal 16.1Protein 14.1Fat 0Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Smoked Cheddar Corn Dogs Batter-Wrapped Smoked Sausage With Pasteurized Process Cheddar Cheese On A Stick, Smoked Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 276kcal 9.2Protein 15.8Fat 26.3Carbs Hempler Foods Group LLC Jalapeno & Cheddar Fully Cooked Andoville Smoked Sausage, Jalapeno & Cheddar Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 352kcal 17.6Protein 29.7Fat 4.4Carbs

Little Town Jerky Company Incorporated Jalapeno Pepper & Cheddar Cheese Hardwood Smoked Snack Sticks, Jalapeno Pepper & Cheddar Cheese Other Snacks High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 232kcal 16.1Protein 17.9Fat 3.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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