American Cheese

American Cheese is a widely used American-style processed melting cheese, often found as slices or spreads and popular for sandwiches, burgers and melting applications. It provides about 16.8g of protein per 100g, making it a convenient source of dairy protein for cooking and quick meals. Because it is a processed cheese product it tends to be higher in saturated fat and sodium than many natural cheeses, and it often contains emulsifiers and other additives that improve meltability and shelf life. It is low in fiber and lacks plant-based antioxidant compounds found in fruits and vegetables. In positives, the protein has a complete amino‑acid profile typical of dairy, and it supplies calcium and vitamin B12 commonly found in dairy foods. For everyday choices, swapping to part‑skim or reduced‑sodium natural cheeses can keep the melty texture while lowering saturated fat and salt intake.Read more

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~2.00€/100g