Substitute for Cheddar

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

  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

Air Fryer Broccoli Cheddar Bites

10 min 375°F 150 cal

Other dairy swaps

Milk (whole)Heavy CreamButtermilkSour CreamCream CheeseYogurt (plain)Greek YogurtButterHalf & HalfSweetened Condensed MilkEvaporated MilkMascarpone

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