Pepper jack cheese
Pepper jack cheese by Meijer provides 286 kcal per 100 g, with 4.8 g of sugars and 14.3 g of protein. That is 137% more 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 Cheeses category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 slice (21 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | 60 kcal | 323 −11% | |
| Total fat | 23.8 g | 5 g | 6% | 25.6 −7% |
| Saturated fat | 16.7 g | 3.5 g | 18% | 17.4 |
| Carbohydrates | 9.5 g | 2 g | 1% | 4.5 +109% |
| Total sugars | 4.8 g | 1 g | 2 +137% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 14.3 g | 3 g | 6% | 21.4 −33% |
| Salt | 4.5 g | 1 g | 1.7 +164% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 20925 Cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from September 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Milk and skim milk, water, cream, whey, sodium citrate, jalapeno peppers, contains 2% or less of calcium chloride, cheese culture. citric acid, enzymes, lactic acid, natural flavor, red bell peppers*. salt, sodium phosphate, sorbic acid (preservative). vinegar.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 slice (21 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0719283132239
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pepper jack cheese?
Pepper jack cheese contains 286 kcal per 100 g and about 60 kcal per serving (1 slice (21 g)).
How much sugar is in Pepper jack cheese?
Pepper jack cheese has 4.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pepper jack cheese 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 Pepper jack cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pepper 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 April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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