No, skip it.
milk, and 6 more.
- milk
- whey
- cream
- butter
- cheese
- buttermilk
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Ingredients (original text)
DRIED POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CORN OIL, COTTONSEED OIL, HIGH OLEIC SOYBEAN OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), DEGERMINATED YELLOW CORN FLOUR, CORNSTARCH, RICE FLOUR, MALTODEXTRIN, MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES, WHEY 2%, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, COCONUT OIL, SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVORS, ONION POWDER, CITRIC ACID, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BLUE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BUTTERMILK, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), LACTIC ACID, NONFAT MILK, PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, TURMERIC EXTRACT (COLOR), YEAST EXTRACT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, WHEAT STARCH.
Detailed analysis: why is Cheddar Cheese not vegan?
Our analysis indicates that Cheddar Cheese is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- milk
- whey
- cream
- butter
- cheese
- buttermilk
- Milk (allergen data)
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: DRIED POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CORN OIL, COTTONSEED OIL, HIGH OLEIC SOYBEAN OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), DEGERMINATED YELLOW CORN FLOUR, CORNSTARCH, RICE FLOUR, MALTODEXTRIN, MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES, WHEY 2%, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, COCONUT OIL, SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVORS, ONION POWDER, CITRIC ACID, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BLUE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BUTTERMILK, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), LACTIC ACID, NONFAT MILK, PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, TURMERIC EXTRACT (COLOR), YEAST EXTRACT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, WHEAT STARCH.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Cheddar Cheese contains 535.7 calories per 100g, with 3.6g of protein, 32.1g of fat (3.6g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-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 Cheese Vegan?
No, Cheddar Cheese is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cream and others.
Does Cheddar Cheese contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: DRIED POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CORN OIL, COTTONSEED OIL, HIGH OLEIC SOYBEAN OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), DEGERMINATED YELLOW CORN FLOUR, CORNSTARCH, RICE FLOU...
What are the nutritional facts of Cheddar Cheese?
Cheddar Cheese contains 535.7 calories per 100g, with 3.6g of protein, and 32.1g of fat.
Can I eat Cheddar Cheese on a Vegan diet?
No, Cheddar Cheese is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.