Singles American vs Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Singles American | Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 316 kcal | 1,000 kcal |
| Fat | 21.1 g | 100 g |
| Saturated fat | 10.5 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 5.3 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 3.2 g | 5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 21.1 g | 77.8 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Singles American has 68% fewer calories (316 kcal vs 1,000 kcal).
- Singles American has 79% less fat (21.1 g vs 100 g).
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has no saturated fat, while Singles American has 10.5 g.
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has no sugar, while Singles American has 5.3 g.
- Singles American has 37% less salt (3.2 g vs 5 g).
- Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese has 73% more protein (77.8 g vs 21.1 g).
Ingredients
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
Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese
Colby jack cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes, annatto color)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Singles American or Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Singles American has fewer calories: 316 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.