How we scored it
This product is heavily processed with multiple additives such as sodium citrate, sodium phosphate, and sorbic acid, which detract from its nutritional quality. While it contains beneficial ingredients like cultured milk and cream, the high level of processing and presence of emulsifiers and preservatives significantly lower its health score.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 cheese slice (13 g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 | |
| Total fat | 3g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 200mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0g | |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
Arby's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Cultured MilkGood
Cultured milk provides beneficial probiotics and contributes to the flavor and texture of the cheese, making it a positive ingredient.
See more about Cultured Milk →Skim MilkGood
Skim milk is a source of high-quality protein and calcium, supporting bone health without added fat.
See more about Skim Milk →CreamGood
Cream adds richness and flavor, providing beneficial fats and nutrients.
See more about Cream →EnzymesGood
Enzymes are essential for cheese aging and flavor development, supporting traditional cheesemaking processes.
See more about Enzymes →SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, helping to maintain freshness and safety.
See more about Salt →WaterNeutral
Water is used as a base or processing aid and does not impact the nutritional quality significantly.
See more about Water →Sodium CitrateNeutral
Sodium citrate functions as an emulsifier and pH stabilizer, supporting product texture without affecting health positively or negatively.
See more about Sodium Citrate →Sodium PhosphateNeutral
Sodium phosphate helps improve texture and meltability but is considered neutral in terms of health impact.
See more about Sodium Phosphate →Scout's score is an independent read of Arby's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Arby's menu.