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Havarti cheese
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 396 kcal —
- Protein 22 g 44%
- Carbohydrate 2.6 g 1%
- Fat 33 g 43%
- Saturated fat 22 g 108%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.1 g —
- Sodium 713 mg 31%
- Cholesterol 115 mg 38%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.2 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.03 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.31 mg 24%
- Niacin (B3) 0.04 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0.03 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 11 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 1.3 µg 55%
Minerals
- Calcium 687 mg 53%
- Iron 1.2 mg 7%
- Magnesium 27 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 434 mg 35%
- Potassium 61 mg 1%
- Zinc 3.5 mg 32%
- Copper 0.07 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
- Selenium 26.9 µg 49%
Questions about Havarti cheese
Does Havarti melt well for grilled cheese?
Yes. Its soft, supple texture melts smoothly; put it between slices of bread and cook in a lightly buttered pan over medium-low heat for about 3–4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted.
How should you store Havarti cheese?
Keep it wrapped in cheese paper or baking parchment, then loosely enclosed in a container or bag in the fridge. Rewrap the cut surface after each use so it does not dry out or take on other fridge smells.
Can you freeze Havarti cheese?
You can, but thawed Havarti may turn crumbly and lose some of its smooth texture. Freeze it in small, well-wrapped portions and use it in a cooked dish, such as a sauce or toasted sandwich, rather than serving it on a cheeseboard.
What can you use instead of Havarti cheese?
For a similar mild, buttery flavour and easy melting, try young Gouda or Monterey Jack. If you want a sharper taste, use mild Cheddar, though it will be firmer and more pronounced.
What goes well with Havarti cheese?
Its mild, buttery flavour works with rye bread, ham, turkey, apple and mustard. Use it in toasted sandwiches, burgers, omelettes or a cheese board; dill or chilli-flavoured Havarti also adds a savoury lift to sandwiches.
Why does Havarti cheese sometimes have holes?
Small irregular holes are a familiar feature of many Havarti cheeses, formed as the cheese matures. Some versions are made without noticeable holes, so their presence is not a reliable test of quality.
What nutrients stand out in Havarti cheese?
Havarti is high in calcium and provides protein: a 30 g piece has 206 mg of calcium and 6.6 g of protein. It is also high in saturated fat, so a smaller piece can be a useful amount for a sandwich or snack.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 7757 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
