American vs Singles American
Overall, American has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | American | Singles American |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 263 kcal | 316 kcal |
| Fat | 15.8 g | 21.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 10.5 g | 10.5 g |
| Sugars | 5.3 g | 5.3 g |
| Salt | 2.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 21.1 g |
| Additives | 4 | 2 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- American has 17% fewer calories (263 kcal vs 316 kcal).
- American has 25% less fat (15.8 g vs 21.1 g).
- American has 12% less salt (2.8 g vs 3.2 g).
- Singles American has 25% more protein (21.1 g vs 15.8 g).
- Singles American 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
Singles American
ORGANIC MILK, WATER, ORGANIC SKIM MILK, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES, LACTIC ACID, ORGANIC ANNATTO EXTRACT COLOR, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE. CONTAINS: MILK
FAQ
Which is healthier: American or Singles American?
Overall, American 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 316 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
American has less sugar: 5.3 g versus 5.3 g per 100 g.