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Colby jack cheese
Colby jack cheese by essential provides 183 kcal per 100 ml, with 0 g of sugars and 11.7 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cheeses category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 0.25 cup (0.25 cup)
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 183 kcal | 323 −43% |
| Total fat | 15 g | 25.6 −42% |
| Saturated fat | 8.3 g | 17.4 −52% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.7 g | 4.5 −63% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 2 −100% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 21.4 −45% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.7 −59% |
*% Daily Value for 100 ml, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20877 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Colby cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, annatto [color]), monterey jack cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes), potato starch and powdered cellulose added to prevent caking, natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor).
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 0.25 cup (0.25 cup)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041303007945
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Colby jack cheese?
Colby jack cheese contains 183 kcal per 100 ml.
How much sugar is in Colby jack cheese?
Colby jack cheese has 0 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Colby jack cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Colby jack cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Colby jack cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 15, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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