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Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese

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Common questions

Is Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese healthy?

Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This extra sharp cheese is primarily composed of cheddar cheese, which provides high-quality protein and calcium.

How processed is Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese?

Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheddar Cheese, Pasteurized Nonfat Milk, Milk Fat 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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Cracker Barrel Extra Sharp Cheese

Cracker Barrel
70 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

$39.89 · 8 oz · pack of 3 · $1.66 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.
Category Cheese
Summary

This extra sharp cheese is primarily composed of cheddar cheese, which provides high-quality protein and calcium. The product includes a preservative, natamycin, which is used to prevent mold but raises some concerns about preservative overuse. Despite being processed, the ingredient list is relatively clean, contributing to a favorable score within its category.

Key ingredients 8

Cheddar Cheese
Good

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

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Pasteurized Nonfat Milk
Good

Nonfat milk is a good source of protein and calcium, and pasteurization ensures safety and quality.

Milk Fat
Good

Milk fat contributes to the rich flavor and creamy texture of the cheese, making it more enjoyable.

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Cheese Culture
Good

Cheese cultures are beneficial bacteria that help develop flavor and texture during cheese aging.

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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, with no significant positive or negative impact.

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Annatto
Neutral

Annatto is a natural coloring agent used to give cheese its characteristic color without affecting flavor.

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Natamycin
Neutral

Natamycin is an antifungal agent used to prevent mold growth on cheese surfaces, ensuring product safety.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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