American vs Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese
Overall, Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | American | Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 263 kcal | 1,000 kcal |
| Fat | 15.8 g | 100 g |
| Saturated fat | 10.5 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 5.3 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 2.8 g | 5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 77.8 g |
| Additives | 4 | 0 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- American has 74% fewer calories (263 kcal vs 1,000 kcal).
- American has 84% less fat (15.8 g vs 100 g).
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has no saturated fat, while American has 10.5 g.
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has no sugar, while American has 5.3 g.
- American has 44% less salt (2.8 g vs 5 g).
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has 80% more protein (77.8 g vs 15.8 g).
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
American
milk, cheddar cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), whey, milk protein concentrate, milkfat, calcium phosphate, sodium phosphate, contains less than 2% of modified food starch, whey protéin concentrate, salt lactic acid, annatto and paprika extract (color), natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor), enzymes, cheese culture, vitamin d3
Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese
Colby jack cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto color)
FAQ
Which is healthier: American or Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese?
Overall, Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
American has fewer calories: 263 kcal versus 1,000 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has less sugar: 0 g versus 5.3 g per 100 g.