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Kerrygold Skellig Sweet Cheddar Cheese Bar
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Kerrygold Skellig Sweet Cheddar Cheese Bar

Kerrygold
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
7g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kerrygold Skellig Sweet Cheddar presents as a small, premium 7 oz cheese bar you’d find in the refrigerated specialty cheese aisle alongside imported cheddars, Irish butter, charcuterie and crackers. Packaged as a branded sealed bar, it sits near other artisanal and imported cheeses rather than the mainstream sliced-cheese shelves. Shoppers pull it for weekend brunch spreads, dinner-party cheeseboards, or to add depth to stovetop cheese sauces and mac-and-cheese. The brand leans on Irish heritage and grass-fed milk imagery — pastoral pastures, artisan tradition and an indulgent, slightly old-world luxury — appealing to foodies, home cooks and shoppers willing to trade up for perceived quality. Labels emphasize “all-natural,” “from grass-fed cows,” and “imported from Ireland,” creating a wholesome health halo without organic certification or child-targeted branding. In plain terms this is a traditionally made cheese: milk, cultures, enzymes and salt transformed by cheesemaking and aging (a processed dairy product rather than an ultra-processed snack). Sensory notes are vivid — a creamy yet crumbly texture with rich, tangy cheddar flavor and a butterscotch-like sweetness that makes it versatile: shave for salads, cube for a cheeseboard ritual, grate into sauces, or enjoy with apples and crusty bread. The unwrapping and slicing of a small, dense bar feels domestic and slightly ceremonial, often paired with a small knife, crackers and a pour of wine. It’s positioned as a tasteful, slightly upscale staple for shoppers seeking authentic flavor and simple ingredient provenance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 7
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol27mg9%
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,, Salt,, Cheese, Cultures, &, 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?

Made from pasteurized milk, salt, cultures and enzymes through traditional cheesemaking and aging, this product is a processed food (NOVA Group 3) rather than an ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Kerrygold Skellig Sweet Cheddar Cheese Bar

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! With 120 calories and 7 grams of protein per ounce, it can be a tasty addition to a balanced diet. Just keep in mind that it's higher in fat and sodium, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation alongside other nutritious foods.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

Vibe:

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