Muenster Sliced Cheese vs American
Overall, Muenster Sliced Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Muenster Sliced Cheese | American |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 364 kcal | 263 kcal |
| Fat | 31.8 g | 15.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 18.2 g | 10.5 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 5.3 g |
| Salt | 1.6 g | 2.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 22.7 g | 15.8 g |
| Additives | 0 | 4 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- American has 28% fewer calories (263 kcal vs 364 kcal).
- American has 50% less fat (15.8 g vs 31.8 g).
- American has 42% less saturated fat (10.5 g vs 18.2 g).
- Muenster Sliced Cheese has no sugar, while American has 5.3 g.
- Muenster Sliced Cheese has 43% less salt (1.6 g vs 2.8 g).
- Muenster Sliced Cheese has 31% more protein (22.7 g vs 15.8 g).
- Muenster Sliced Cheese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Muenster Sliced Cheese is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Muenster Sliced Cheese
MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, MICROBIAL RENNET, ANNATTO COLORING.
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
FAQ
Which is healthier: Muenster Sliced Cheese or American?
Overall, Muenster Sliced 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 364 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Muenster Sliced Cheese has less sugar: 0 g versus 5.3 g per 100 g.