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Processed Cheese

Cheese, american cheddar, imitation

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cheese, american cheddar, imitation's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

12%
239 kcal Calories
33%
16.7 g Protein
4%
11.6 g Carbs
18%
14.0 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 19/100

How many beneficial nutrients Cheese, american cheddar, imitation delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Cheese, american cheddar, imitation come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Cheese, american cheddar, imitation is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Phosphorus57% Calcium43% Protein33% Riboflavin (B2)33% Selenium28% Zinc24% Vitamin B1217% Vitamin A (RAE)13%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate11.6 g
4%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Total Sugars7.7 g—
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat14.0 g
18%
Saturated Fat8.8 g
44%
Monounsaturated Fat4.1 g—
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids145.0 mg—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids264.0 mg—
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein16.7 g
33%
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)114.0 mcg
13%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin E0.3 mg
2%
Vitamin K2.7 mcg
2%
Thiamin (B1)0.1 mg
4%
Riboflavin (B2)0.4 mg
33%
Niacin (B3)0.1 mg
1%
Vitamin B60.1 mg
7%
Folate (B9)7.0 mcg
2%
Vitamin B120.4 mcg
17%
Choline0.0 mg
0%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium562.0 mg
43%
Iron0.3 mg
2%
Magnesium29.0 mg
7%
Phosphorus712.0 mg
57%
Potassium242.0 mg
5%
Sodium1,345.0 mg
58%
Zinc2.6 mg
24%
Copper0.0 mg
4%
Selenium15.2 mcg
28%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol36.0 mg
12%
Phytosterols~—
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g—
Caffeine0.0 mg—
Theobromine0.0 mg—
Ash4.6 g—

About Cheese, american cheddar, imitation

Processed cheese is made by grinding and melting one or more natural cheeses together with emulsifying salts, then reforming the blend into slices, blocks, or spreads that melt exceptionally smoothly and keep far longer than natural cheese. American cheese, cheese slices, and spreadable cheese products all belong to this family, engineered for a mild, consistent flavor and a creamy, even melt. It supplies calcium, protein, and fat, though it tends to be higher in sodium and additives than aged cheese.

Its signature reliable melt makes it the classic choice for cheeseburgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, nachos, and smooth cheese sauces and dips that never turn grainy or oily. Convenience and shelf stability are its main appeal. Keep processed cheese refrigerated and tightly wrapped once opened, and while it lasts longer than fresh cheese, use it within the timeframe on the package for the best texture and taste.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cheese, american cheddar, imitation?

There are 239 calories in 100 g of Cheese, american cheddar, imitation, or about 50 calories in 1 slice (21 g).

How much protein is in Cheese, american cheddar, imitation?

Cheese, american cheddar, imitation contains 16.7 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Cheese, american cheddar, imitation?

Cheese, american cheddar, imitation has 11.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Cheese, american cheddar, imitation?

Cheese, american cheddar, imitation provides 14.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Cheese, american cheddar, imitation a good source of?

Cheese, american cheddar, imitation is an excellent source of Phosphorus (57% DV), Calcium (43% DV), Protein (33% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (33% DV), Selenium (28% DV) and Zinc (24% DV) and a good source of Vitamin B12 and Vitamin A (RAE) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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