Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE

Common questions

Is Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE healthy?

Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese product is made from cultured pasteurized milk, which provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein, and includes beneficial probiotics.

How processed is Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE?

Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cultured pasteurized milk, Black pepper, Natural hickory smoke flavors count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tillamook SMOKED BLACK PEPPER WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE

Tillamook
70 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Tillamook County Creamery Association
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese product is made from cultured pasteurized milk, which provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein, and includes beneficial probiotics. However, the use of natural hickory smoke flavors introduces a level of processing that detracts from its naturalness. Despite being processed, the ingredient list is relatively clean, with no artificial additives or seed oils, allowing it to maintain a good score within its category.

Key ingredients 5

Cultured pasteurized milk
Very Good

This ingredient provides high-quality protein and calcium, essential for bone health and muscle function, and is minimally processed to retain its natural benefits.

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Black pepper
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Natural hickory smoke flavors
Good

This ingredient imparts a smoky flavor to the cheese, enhancing its sensory appeal without adding artificial substances.

Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used in cheese production to facilitate curdling, a standard process that helps develop texture and flavor.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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