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Cracker Barrel Cheese, Cracker Cuts, Extra Sharp Yellow Cheddar
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Cracker Barrel Cheese, Cracker Cuts, Extra Sharp Yellow Cheddar

Cracker Barrel
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
7g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
8
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cracker Barrel Cracker Cuts Extra Sharp Yellow Cheddar is the tidy, familiar wedge you’ll reach for in the refrigerated cheese section of a typical American supermarket. You’ll most often find it on the dairy aisle shelf with other pre-sliced and packaged cheeses—near block cheddars, sliced deli cheeses, string cheese and butter—and sometimes close to snack crackers and party platters. Its small 7‑ounce plastic tray of 24 perforated “cracker cuts” is positioned for convenience: ready-made rounds that sit neatly on a cracker or on a kid’s lunchable. This product suits quick grocery runs for weeknight snacking, party platter shopping for game day or casual get-togethers, and back‑to‑school lunch prep when parents want an easy protein option. The Cracker Barrel brand leans on Americana and comfort—heritage, farmhouse-style imagery and the promise of familiar, reliably sharp cheddar—appealing to families and shoppers who favor traditional, no‑frills dairy. The front label highlights a simple ingredient list (pasteurized milk, cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto), often creating a “real cheese” halo even though it’s packaged and portioned for convenience; there’s typically no organic certification or child‑themed gimmicks. In plain terms this is a processed cheese product: milk that’s been pasteurized, cultured and aged then cut and packaged for ready use. Sensory notes: bright orange color from annatto, firm yet slightly crumbly texture, a pronounced tangy, nutty sharpness and a buttery mouthfeel that crisps up when warmed. Packaging is a clear, resealable plastic tray—the ritual is grab a cracker, press a perforated round on top, and pass the platter around at casual gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4 slices
Servings per Container: 6
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat7g35%
Trans Fat0.5g
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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

Pasteurized, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Enzymes,, Annatto, (Color)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
No Additive

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 cheese product made from pasteurized milk, cultures, salt and enzymes and then cut and packaged; it’s more processed than fresh milk or whole cheeses but contains few industrial additives.

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Common Questions about Cracker Barrel Cheese, Cracker Cuts, Extra Sharp Yellow Cheddar

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your goals. These cheese slices pack a decent protein punch with 7 grams per serving, making them a tasty option for a quick snack or a sandwich. However, they do have saturated fat and sodium, so if you're watching those, it’s good to enjoy them in moderation.

Perfect For

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

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