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Cheddar Jack Cheese Roundup

We analyzed 15 products to help you choose the healthiest & safest options.

Finding the perfect Cheddar Jack Cheese shouldn't feel like a guessing game. At CakeID, we take food transparency seriously. We have analyzed over 15 products in this category, breaking down every ingredient list to uncover hidden additives, excessive sugar levels, and potential allergens.

Whether you are searching for strictly Vegan options, Gluten-Free snacks, or simply want to avoid high-processed foods, our algorithm ranks products based on a comprehensive Health Score. Below is our definitive ranking of the safest and healthiest Cheddar Jack Cheese you can buy in 2026, sorted by their ingredient purity.

Editor's Quick Picks

Detailed Reviews

Calories
381
Protein
24g
Cracker Barrel

Marbled Cheddar and High-Moisture Monterey Jack Cheese Sticks

Ingredients: PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO (COLOR)

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
21g
Lucerne Dairy Farms

CHEDDAR JACK CHEESE

Ingredients: CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATO COLOR), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), ANTICAKE (POTATO STARCH, CORN STARCH, POWDERED CELLULOSE), NATAMYCIN (MOLD INHIBITOR).

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
21g
Kroger

CHEDDAR JACK SHREDDED CHEESE

Ingredients: CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO [FOR COLOR]), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), POTATO STARCH, CORN STARCH, DEXTROSE AND CALCIUM SULFATE (ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING), NATANYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR).

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
1400
Protein
77g
Sprouts Farmers Market

Cheddar Jack Finely Shredded Blend of Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheeses

Ingredients: cheddar cheese, cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, annatto, monterey jack cheese, anti-caking blend, potato starch, tapioca starch, natamycin

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
367
Protein
23g
Sargento

Sargento Colby-Jack Natural Cheese

Ingredients: Colby cheese [pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, annatto (vegetable color)], monterey jack cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), potato starch and powdered cellulose (to prevent caking), natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor).

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
25g
Sargento

Natural Cheese Cheddar Jack Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheeses

Ingredients: CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO (VEGETABLE COLOR), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), POTATO STARCH AND POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING), NATAMYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR).

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
21g
Happy farms by ALDI

Mexican Style a blend of cheddar, monterey jack, asadero & quesadilla finely shredded cheeses

Ingredients: cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk cheese culture, salt microbial enzymes, annatto (colori), monterey jack cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, microrial enzymes), asadero cheese (pasteurized milk cheese culture, salt, microbial enzymeseso blanco cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture salt, microbial enzymes), potato starch, corn starch and calcium sulfate added to prevent caking, natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
25g
Kirkland Signature

Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese

Ingredients: Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheeses (Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto [Vegetable Color in Cheddar Cheese]), Potato Starch, Natamycin.

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
429
Protein
19g

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Low Sugar
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
0
Sugar
0g
SARGENTO

CHEDDAR JACK SHREDDED CHEDDAR & MONTEREY JACK CHEESES

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
25g
Kowalski’s

Cheddar Jack Shredded Cheese

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
21g
Kraft

Mexican Style Cheddar Jack Shredded Cheese

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
21g
Sunnyside FARMS

CHEDDAR JACK CHEESE

Ingredients: Ingredients updating...

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
25g
Glenview Farms

Fancy Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese Blend

Ingredients: Ingredients updating...

The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Calories
393
Protein
21g
Dairy Fresh

Cheddar Jack Shredded Cheese

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The Good

  • ● Excellent Health Score
  • ● Sugar Free
  • ● Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • ● Ultra Processed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are products in the Cheddar Jack Cheese category always vegan?+
Not necessarily. We analyzed over 15 products in the Cheddar Jack Cheese category on CakeID. While some are plant-based, many contain hidden animal ingredients like milk powder, whey, or gelatin. Always check the "Is Vegan" status on our product pages.
How does CakeID rank the best Cheddar Jack Cheese?+
We rank Cheddar Jack Cheese based on their nutritional value, ingredient cleanliness (fewer additives), and vegan compatibility. Products with lower sugar and simpler ingredients rank higher.
Can I find low-calorie Cheddar Jack Cheese here?+
Yes! Our list highlights the nutritional details of each product. Look for the "Calories" badge on the product cards above to find low-calorie options.