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Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack

Common questions

Is Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack healthy?

Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack scores 1/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. Kraft Singles are a 'pasteurized prepared cheese product' — a formulation that does not legally qualify as cheese.

How processed is Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack?

Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

How does Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack compare to other cheese?

Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack ranks #59 of 59 cheese in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Organic Valley Grassmilk Raw Cheddar at 93/100.

Which ingredients drive Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheddar cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes), Milkfat, Milk protein concentrate 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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Kraft Singles American Cheese Twin Pack

Kraft Singles
1 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Kraft Heinz
Category Cheese
Summary

Kraft Singles are a 'pasteurized prepared cheese product' — a formulation that does not legally qualify as cheese. Built on emulsifier and additive processing rather than cheesemaking, it sits at the floor of the scale alongside other ultra-processed products that cannot carry the name of the food they imitate.

Key ingredients 8

Skim milk
Neutral

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

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Whey
Neutral

Liquid whey as a minor dairy ingredient — benign.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Cheddar cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes)
Good

This ingredient provides natural cheese flavor and essential nutrients like calcium and protein, making it a beneficial component of the product.

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Milkfat
Good

Milkfat contributes to the creamy texture and flavor of the cheese, offering energy and fat-soluble vitamins.

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Milk protein concentrate
Good

This ingredient enhances protein content, supporting muscle maintenance and overall nutrition.

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Cheese culture
Good

Cheese cultures are vital for fermentation, flavor development, and maintaining cheese quality.

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Vitamin D3
Good

Vitamin D3 supports calcium absorption and bone health, adding nutritional value to the cheese.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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