Cheddar Squares

Cheddar Squares

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Target diet: Keto

Cheddar Squares · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (179g/100g).

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

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On the label

UNBLEACHED PASTRY FLOURFLOURNIACINREDUCED IRONTHIAMINE MONONITRATERIBOFLAVINFOLIC ACIDWATER

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)179 g
Sugars (per 100g)0 g
Fat (per 100g)57.4 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
1330 kcal
Fat
57.4 g
Saturated fat
12.7 g
high
Carbohydrates
179 g
Sugars
0 g
low
Fibre
0 g
Protein
25.5 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, low 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)

UNBLEACHED PASTRY FLOUR, ENRICHED UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, CANOLA OIL, CORN STARCH, SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST EXTRACT, GUM ACACIA, NATURAL FLOWER LECITHIN,SALT, BAKING SODA, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, AMMONIUN BICARBONATE, SUGAR, PAPRIKA OLEORESIN COLOR, YEAST EXTRACT, ANNATTO EXTRACT (WATER, ANNATTO), LACTIC ACID, DEHYDRATED TOASTED ONION, GARLIC POWDER.

Detailed analysis: why is Cheddar Squares not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Cheddar Squares is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Too high in carbs (179g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: UNBLEACHED PASTRY FLOUR, ENRICHED UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, CANOLA OIL, CORN STARCH, SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST EXTRACT, GUM ACACIA, NATURAL FLOWER LECITHIN,SALT, BAKING SODA, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, AMMONIUN BICARBONATE, SUGAR, PAPRIKA OLEORESIN COLOR, YEAST EXTRACT, ANNATTO EXTRACT (WATER, ANNATTO), LACTIC ACID, DEHYDRATED TOASTED ONION, GARLIC POWDER.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Cheddar Squares contains 1330 calories per 100g, with 25.5g of protein, 57.4g of fat, and 179g of carbohydrates. The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheddar Squares Keto?

No, Cheddar Squares is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (179g/100g).

Does Cheddar Squares contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: UNBLEACHED PASTRY FLOUR, ENRICHED UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, CANOLA OI...

What are the nutritional facts of Cheddar Squares?

Cheddar Squares contains 1330 calories per 100g, with 25.5g of protein, 179g of carbohydrates, and 57.4g of fat.

How much sugar is in Cheddar Squares?

Cheddar Squares lists 0 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 Cheddar Squares ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Cheddar Squares on a Keto diet?

No, Cheddar Squares is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.