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Cheddar cheese sauce
Cheddar cheese sauce by Sainsbury's provides 410 kcal per 100 g, with 8 g of sugars and 20 g of protein. That is 29% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Sauces category. Contains: gluten, milk, mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 quarter pack (dry) (10 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 410 kcal | 41 kcal | 216 +90% | |
| Total fat | 15 g | 1.5 g | 2% | 13.9 +8% |
| Saturated fat | 11 g | 1.1 g | 6% | 2.3 +371% |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g | 4.8 g | 2% | 16.5 +191% |
| Total sugars | 8 g | 0.8 g | 11.3 −29% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 7.8 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 5 g | 0.5 g | 2% | 1.3 +293% |
| Protein | 20 g | 2 g | 4% | 2.2 +805% |
| Salt | 5.4 g | 0.5 g | 2.5 +118% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2955 Sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Cheese Powder (Cows' Milk) (32%), Cornflour, Dried Skimmed Cows' Milk Powder, Whey Powder (Cows' Milk), Salt, Flavourings (contains Wheat, Milk), Sugar, Mustard Powder, Yeast Extract, Ground White Pepper.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkMustard
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 quarter pack (dry) (10 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Vegetarian
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00445078
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cheddar cheese sauce?
Cheddar cheese sauce contains 410 kcal per 100 g and about 41 kcal per serving (1 quarter pack (dry) (10 g)).
How much sugar is in Cheddar cheese sauce?
Cheddar cheese sauce has 8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cheddar cheese sauce healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Cheddar cheese sauce vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Cheddar cheese sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Mustard. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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