Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored

Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored

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Target diet: Vegan

Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 6 more.

  • milk
  • lactose
  • whey
  • caseinate
  • cheese
  • buttermilk

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

Enriched Corn MealCorn MealFerrous SulfateNiacinThiamin MononitrateRiboflavinFolic AcidVegetable Oil

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, lactose, whey
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
571 kcal
Fat
35.7 g
Saturated fat
5.4 g
high
Carbohydrates
53.6 g
Sugars
3.6 g
low
Fibre
3.6 g
Protein
7.1 g
Salt
1.8 g
high

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

Enriched Corn Meal (Corn Meal, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oil), Cheddar Jalapeno Seasoning (Whey, Maltodextrin [Made From Corn], Salt, Canola Oil, Buttermilk, Romano Cheese [Cow's Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Monosodium Glutamate, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Onion Powder, Sugar, Corn Starch, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Modified Corn Starch, Dextrose, Spices, Lactose, Jalapeno Pepper, Garlic Powder, Sodium Caseinate, Artificial Color [Yellow 6, Yellow 5, Blue 1, Red 40]. Skim Milk, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Sunflower Oil, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate), and Salt. CONTAINS MILK INGREDIENTS.

Detailed analysis: why is Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored not vegan?

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

  • milk
  • lactose
  • whey
  • caseinate
  • cheese
  • buttermilk
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Enriched Corn Meal (Corn Meal, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oil), Cheddar Jalapeno Seasoning (Whey, Maltodextrin [Made From Corn], Salt, Canola Oil, Buttermilk, Romano Cheese [Cow's Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Monosodium Glutamate, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Onion Powder, Sugar, Corn Starch, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Modified Corn Starch, Dextrose, Spices, Lactose, Jalapeno Pepper, Garlic Powder, Sodium Caseinate, Artificial Color [Yellow 6, Yellow 5, Blue 1, Red 40]. Skim Milk, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Sunflower Oil, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate), and Salt. CONTAINS MILK INGREDIENTS.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored contains 571 calories per 100g, with 7.1g of protein, 35.7g of fat, and 53.6g of carbohydrates (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 Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored Vegan?

No, Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, lactose, whey and others.

Does Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Enriched Corn Meal (Corn Meal, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, and/or Sunflower Oi...

What are the nutritional facts of Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored?

Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored contains 571 calories per 100g, with 7.1g of protein, 53.6g of carbohydrates, and 35.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored?

Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored lists 3.6 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 Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored on a Vegan diet?

No, Cheddar Jalapeño Crunchy Flavored is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.