Cheddar substitutes
The closest swaps for Cheddar, ranked by attribute similarity. Each note flags the biggest difference so you can adjust.
| # | Substitute | How it compares |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Leicester | similar overall, but less sharpness |
| 2 | Double Gloucester cheese | similar overall, but less sharpness |
| 3 | Gouda | similar overall, but less sharpness |
| 4 | Provolone | similar overall, but less sharpness |
| 5 | Caciocavallo | similar overall, but less sharpness |
| 6 | Gruyère | similar overall, but more pungency |