Substitute for Cheddar

Firm, aged cow's milk cheese; tangy and meltable.

• Dairy
• 3 options

1. 1

   Colby1:1

   Best

   Milder; melts similarly.

   mac & cheese, burgers
2. 2

   Gouda (young)1:1

   Creamier; sweeter profile.

   grilled cheese, gratins
3. 3

   Monterey Jack + pinch of mustard powder1:1

   Matches melt and adds tang.

   sauces, nachos

Recipes that use cheddar

Air Fryer Broccoli Cheddar Bites

10 min 375°F 150 cal

Other dairy swaps

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