What is White American Cheese? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is White American Cheese?

American cheese was first made by the Kraft brand in the early 20th century. It is a processed cheese made from cow's milk and popular in the USA for it's affordable price and soft texture. White American cheese has a flavor that is salty, slightly sweet and mild. It is commonly sold in a package of individual slices and as a block as well.

What does White American Cheese Taste Like?

Salty

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Umami

Ingredients

milk

Milk is almost always sourced come from cows. Sometimes sheep, goat, yak and water buffalo milk are used. In general, store bough milk comes from a cow, unless specified otherwise. Whole milk is white, or cream colored and has a higher fat content than skim milk and therefore a creamier and richer texture and flavor. The flavor is mild and bland with a hint of savory sweetness and is satisfying, especially due to its creaminess. Milk is served as a beverage and used in a multitude of dishes both sweet and savory.

salt

Salt is a mineral composed mostly of sodium chloride. It is the main flavoring used in food and is naturally occurring in certain foods, such as cheese, beets, meat and celery, plus many others. Salt is white and has finer granules than sugar. Many commercial salts include iodide, while others exclude it. Most salts are white, while some are naturally pale pink with minerals. Salt brings out the flavor of something and can create a tangy mouthfeel, if used in excess.

enzymes

Enzymes are living organisms. They are found in plants and are lab made by humans. These enzymes create specific reactions and are used in food production for this purpose. For example the enzyme called papain, which comes from papaya is used as a meat tenderizer. Some enzymes break down lactose, or keep the fermentation processes stable. Enzymes are commonly sold as powder, or in tablet form.

additives

Additives are added to food items in small quantities to improve the flavor, change the texture, enhance appearance, or preserve the item. Additives are both natural and artificial. Natural additives have been used for a long time, while many artificial ones were discovered in the 19th century. There are numerous artificial additives including soy lecithin, guar gum, ascorbic acid and sodium nitrite.

White American Cheese Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Slice21g

Slice

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	70kcal	4%
Fats	4g	15%
Sat. fats	3g	38%
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	2g	2%
Sugars	1g	6%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	4g	15%
Cholesterol	15mg	14%
Sodium	220mg	27%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

Buy White American Cheese From

Kraft White American Cheese Singles, 72 Count

^$35²⁰

Extra Melt White American Cheese Loaf / 5 pounds

^$62⁰

Kraft Singles White American Sliced Cheese 96 Slices (4lb)

^$55⁰

White Cooper Brand: Sharp American Cheese. 1/2 block. 2.25-2.5lb

^$54⁹⁹

Schreiber 5 lb. 160 Count Pre-Sliced Real White American Cheese, Pack of 1

^$49⁹⁹

Kraft American White Cheese Loaf, 80 Ounce - 6 per case.

^$188⁹⁸

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Information is not verified and for reference purposes only. Contact vendor directly if you have any food allergies. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs may vary.See Nutrition

Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in White American Cheese?

1 Slice of White American Cheese contains 4 g of protein.

How many carbs are in White American Cheese?

1 Slice of White American Cheese contains 2 g of carbs.

How much fat is in White American Cheese?

1 Slice of White American Cheese contains 4 g of fat.

How much sugar is in White American Cheese?

1 Slice of White American Cheese contains 1 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Slice of White American Cheese?

There are 70 calories in 1 Slice of White American Cheese.

How many calories are in 1 oz of White American Cheese?

There are 94 calories in 1 oz of White American Cheese.

How many calories are in 1 pound of White American Cheese?

There are 1510 calories in 1 pound of White American Cheese.