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Processed Cheese

Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D'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.

17%
330 kcal Calories
34%
16.9 g Protein
3%
8.6 g Carbs
33%
25.6 g Fat

Fair nutrient density 18/100

How many beneficial nutrients Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D 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 food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D 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).

Vitamin B1255% Calcium52% Selenium36% Phosphorus35% Protein34% Riboflavin (B2)28% Vitamin A (RAE)22% Zinc21% Pantothenic Acid (B5)17%

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 Carbohydrate8.6 g
3%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Total Sugars5.6 g—
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat25.6 g
33%
Saturated Fat15.1 g
75%
Monounsaturated Fat6.8 g—
Polyunsaturated Fat1.0 g—
Trans Fat0.9 g—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids123.0 mg—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids806.0 mg—
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein16.9 g
34%
Histidine448.0 mg—
Isoleucine858.0 mg—
Leucine1,592.0 mg—
Lysine1,302.0 mg—
Methionine380.0 mg—
Phenylalanine829.0 mg—
Threonine720.0 mg—
Tryptophan241.0 mg—
Valine1,010.0 mg—
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)201.0 mcg
22%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D0.5 mcg
3%
Vitamin E0.6 mg
4%
Vitamin K3.4 mcg
3%
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg
3%
Riboflavin (B2)0.4 mg
28%
Niacin (B3)0.2 mg
1%
Vitamin B60.1 mg
6%
Folate (B9)7.0 mcg
2%
Vitamin B121.3 mcg
55%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.9 mg
17%
Choline36.2 mg
7%
Betaine1.4 mg—
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium682.0 mg
52%
Iron0.3 mg
1%
Magnesium27.0 mg
6%
Phosphorus438.0 mg
35%
Potassium255.0 mg
5%
Sodium1,284.0 mg
56%
Zinc2.3 mg
21%
Copper0.0 mg
4%
Manganese0.0 mg
1%
Selenium19.6 mcg
36%
Fluoride35.0 mcg—
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol98.0 mg
33%
Phytosterols~—
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g—
Caffeine0.0 mg—
Theobromine0.0 mg—
Ash5.0 g—

About Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D

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 food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D?

There are 330 calories in 100 g of Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D, or about 749 calories in 1 package (8 oz) (227 g).

How much protein is in Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D?

Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D contains 16.9 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D?

Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D has 8.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D?

Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D provides 25.6 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D a good source of?

Cheese food, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (55% DV), Calcium (52% DV), Selenium (36% DV), Phosphorus (35% DV), Protein (34% DV) and Riboflavin (B2) (28% DV) and a good source of Pantothenic Acid (B5) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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