White American Cheese
What You Should Know
You'd spot this White American Cheese in the deli or refrigerated cheese aisle and reach for it when making grilled cheese, cheeseburgers, or quick kid-friendly sandwiches — moments that feel comforting and a little nostalgic. Its smooth, consistently melty texture and long shelf-stable behavior come from added water and an emulsifier (sodium citrate), signaling industrial processing rather than a single-ingredient natural cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
White, American, Cheese, (pasteurized, milk,, cheese, culture,, salt,, enzymes,, water,, cream,, sodium, citrate,, salt)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sodium citrate - Processed emulsifier
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains additives (sodium citrate) and added water and is formulated to deliver a uniform melt and texture — characteristics of industrially reformulated products classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4).
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Common Questions about White American Cheese
The healthiness of White American Cheese really depends on your dietary goals. With 6 grams of protein and only 110 calories per ounce, it can fit nicely into a balanced diet, especially if you’re looking for a protein boost. Just keep in mind it's also higher in saturated fat and sodium, so moderation is key!