Cheese balls

Cheese balls

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Target diet: Halal

Cheese balls · Halal

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"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

Maizesunflower oilCheese seasoningwhey powdermilkmaltodextrinsaltpalm oil

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)None found
Doubtful (Mushbooh) items"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
544.8 kcal
Fat
32.8 g
Saturated fat
3.8 g
Carbohydrates
56.3 g
Sugars
0.6 g
low
Fibre
2 g
Protein
5.1 g
Salt
1.6 g
high

Per 100 g this product is low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Maize, sunflower oil, Cheese seasoning (whey powder (milk), maltodextrin, salt, palm oil, cheese powder, buttermilk powder, yeast extract, colours (paprika extract, turmeric extract), flavouring

Why can't we give a definite answer for Cheese balls?

Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Cheese balls fits a halal diet. Reasons:

  • "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)

Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheese balls Halal?

We cannot say for certain. "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.

Does Cheese balls contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Maize, sunflower oil, Cheese seasoning (whey powder (milk), maltodextrin, salt, palm oil, cheese powder, buttermilk powder, yeast extract, colours (pa...

What are the nutritional facts of Cheese balls?

Cheese balls contains 544.8 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 56.3g of carbohydrates, and 32.8g of fat.

How much sugar is in Cheese balls?

Cheese balls lists 0.6 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Cheese balls ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Cheese balls is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Cheese balls on a Halal diet?

We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Cheese balls fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.