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Black Creek Cheddar Gruyere
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Black Creek Cheddar Gruyere

Black Creek
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
7g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Black Creek Cheddar Gruyere is a 7 oz craft-minded cheese wedge that sits in the specialty cheese case of the dairy aisle, typically near aged cheddars, imported Gruyères, shredded melting cheeses and deli-sliced items. The label leans into a small-batch, artisan vibe—simple typography, a short tasting note, and a callout about milk from cows not treated with rBST—but it does not carry organic certification or overt kid-targeted graphics. You’ll spot it by shoppers hunting cheeses for melting: weekend brunch strata, baked mac and cheese, French onion soup or a gooey grilled cheese. It also pairs on cheese boards with fruit-forward wines and floral ales, so it lives equally on casual game-day prep and convivial entertaining lists. Brand positioning skews toward adults who want approachable specialty food—people who like craft-forward grocery finds without boutique prices. The ingredient list is short and straightforward (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes), which supports a “natural” halo on shelf copy even though it’s a processed dairy product made through pasteurization and culturing. Sensory notes: expect a smooth, slightly springy texture that melts evenly, a bold cheddar bite softened by the nutty, earthy warmth of Gruyère, and a clean salted finish. Packaging is usually a sealed plastic-wrapped wedge or vacuum-sealed block with a peelable label; the ritual is slice, grate, or melt directly into recipes. In plain terms, this is a processed cheese product made by transforming pasteurized milk through culture and enzymes to build flavor and structure—simple ingredients, crafted for melting and sharing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 7
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Cultured, Pasteurized, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed food (NOVA 3): milk has been pasteurized and cultured, with salt and enzymes added to make cheese. Ingredients are minimal and recognizable, but the product results from industrial food-processing steps rather than being an unprocessed whole food.

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Common Questions about Black Creek Cheddar Gruyere

The Black Creek Cheddar Gruyere can definitely fit into a balanced diet! It's high in protein, with 7 grams per ounce, making it a great option for those looking to fuel up. Just keep in mind that it has a moderate amount of fat and sodium, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching those levels.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
holiday-baking

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