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Borden Yellow 2% Milk Singles
Dairy
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Borden Yellow 2% Milk Singles

Borden
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
4g
Protein
320mg
Sodium
42
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Borden Yellow 2% Milk Singles are a familiar sight in the refrigerated dairy aisle, stacked with other sliced and processed cheeses near lunch meats, deli cheese, and packaged sandwich fixings. The 12 oz package presents individually portioned, thin yellow slices in a plastic-wrapped stack or resealable pouch designed for quick sandwiches and melting. Shoppers reach for this item on busy weeknights, back-to-school runs, game-day prep, or when assembling quick grilled cheese sandwiches and burgers. Brand positioning leans on heritage and American dairy roots — “Since 1857,” family-owned farms, and a wholesome-sounding tagline (“Enjoy Goodness”) — while the label also promotes a reduced-fat claim (“1/3 less fat”) and “gluten free,” creating health-halo appeal despite its convenience orientation. The ingredient list mixes real dairy (milk, cream, buttermilk, cheese cultures) with functional additives — emulsifiers, stabilizers, preservatives, coloring, and “natural flavors” — indicating this is a processed cheese product made for uniform texture and shelf stability. Sensory experience is mild and creamy with a smooth, pliable texture that melts evenly; the color is a consistent yellow-orange. Use rituals include quick lunchtime sandwiches, melting on burgers, or lining snack platters; consumers expect no cutting or grating, just peel-and-place convenience. Packaging emphasizes portability and ease for families, school lunches, and casual entertaining. While marketed with wholesome imagery and reduced-fat messaging, the product’s processing and sodium content signal it’s a convenience-oriented, highly processed cheese alternative rather than a fresh artisan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice
Servings per Container: 16
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Cholesterol10mg3%
Sodium320mg14%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Protein4g
* 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

Milk,, Skim, Milk,, Whey,, Milk, Protein, Concentrate,, Buttermilk,, Calcium, Phosphate,, Sodium, Citrate,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Salt,, Sodium, Phosphate,, Lactic, Acid,, Sorbic, Acid, (Preservative),, Xanthan, Gum,, Locust, Bean, Gum,, Guar, Gum,, Natural, Flavors,, Coloring,, Cream,, Cheese, Cultures,, Enzymes,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains dairy plus multiple industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, preservatives, coloring, natural flavors) and is formulated for shelf stability and uniform texture, consistent with an ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Borden Yellow 2% Milk Singles

That depends on how you define 'healthy.' These singles are relatively low in calories at just 50 per slice and provide some protein (4g) and calcium, which can be beneficial. However, they're not high in fiber or vitamins, so if you're looking for a nutrient powerhouse, you might want to pair them with veggies or whole grains.

Perfect For

back-to-school
game-day-prep
weekend-brunch

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