Aldi’s cheese aisle is a treasure trove of bold flavors, creamy textures, and budget-friendly finds. We sampled 43 different cheeses across Aldi’s popular brands—from crowd-pleasing classics to unexpected flavor twists. After plenty of snacking (and zero regrets), these 18 cheeses rose above the rest. Whether you’re building a charcuterie board, upgrading your sandwich, or just grabbing a quick bite, these standout picks are absolutely worth adding to your cart.
1. Emporium Selection Jalapeño Havarti Cheese $2.79/8 oz
A spicy twist on classic Havarti with bits of real jalapeño.
Taste Test:
Creamy with a kick—perfectly balanced heat.
Texture:
Semi-soft and smooth with melty edges.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: <1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, jalapeño peppers, cultures, enzymes, salt.
Pair-with:
Tacos, grilled cheese, or nachos.
2. Emporium Selection Cranberry White Cheddar $3.55/8 oz
Cheddar meets sweet, chewy cranberries in this crowd-pleaser.
Taste Test:
Tart and savory with sharp cheddar notes.
Texture:
Firm with juicy bursts of fruit.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, cranberries, cultures, enzymes, salt.
Pair-with:
Holiday platters, apple slices, or almond crackers.
3. Emporium Selection Feta Traditional Cheese Chunk in Brine $3.65/8 oz
Classic Greek feta stored in brine for freshness.
Taste Test:
Salty, tangy, and delightfully bold.
Texture:
Crumbly yet moist.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 70
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized sheep and goat milk, salt, rennet, cultures.
Pair-with:
Greek salads, watermelon, or pasta dishes.
4. Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar $2.72/8 oz
Bold Vermont cheddar with a punchy sharpness.
Taste Test:
Tangy and robust with serious bite.
Texture:
Crumbly, slightly dry.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 7g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, cultures.
Pair-with:
Sliced apples, IPA beer, or roast beef.
5. Emporium Selection Le Gruyère AOP Swiss Cheese $5.85/6 oz
Aged Swiss cheese imported from Switzerland.
Taste Test:
Nutty, slightly earthy with a buttery finish.
Texture:
Firm and creamy.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 8g
Ingredients:
Cow’s milk, salt, rennet, bacterial cultures.
Pair-with:
Onion soup, croque monsieur, or Riesling.
6. Happy Farms Cheese Curds White Cheddar $4.39/12 oz
Traditional cheddar cheese curds—perfect for snacking.
Taste Test:
Mild and milky with a squeaky chew.
Texture:
Firm with a satisfying bounce.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, cultures.
Pair-with:
Ranch dip, poutine, or fruit slices.
7. Happy Farms Cubes Colby Jack Cheese $2.19/8 oz
Mildly sweet cubes with Colby and Monterey Jack swirls.
Taste Test:
Buttery and mellow.
Texture:
Smooth and easy to chew.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: <1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, annatto.
Pair-with:
Lunchboxes, toothpick snacks, or deli meats.
8. Happy Farms by Aldi Medium Cheddar Deli-Sliced $1.85/8 oz
Conveniently sliced cheddar for sandwiches and snacks.
Taste Test:
Balanced flavor—neither too mild nor too sharp.
Texture:
Smooth and sliceable.
Nutritional Facts (per slice, approx. 0.75 oz):
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, annatto.
Pair-with:
Grilled cheese, burgers, or crackers.
9. Garlic Cheddar Cheese Curds $4.39/12 oz
Zesty garlic meets chewy white cheddar curds.
Taste Test:
Bold garlic flavor that lingers.
Texture:
Springy and squeaky.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Milk, salt, garlic powder, cultures, enzymes.
Pair-with:
Roasted nuts, olives, or bold red wines.
10. Emporium Selection Mozzarella Log $3.85/8 oz
Smooth and creamy mozzarella shaped for slicing.
Taste Test:
Light and clean with a fresh dairy finish.
Texture:
Firm but supple.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 70
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: <1g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, vinegar, salt, enzymes.
Pair-with:
Tomatoes, basil, or paninis.
11. Emporium Selection Gourmet Snacking Cheese Gouda $3.99/9 oz
Individually wrapped gouda snack sticks.
Taste Test:
Buttery, nutty, and satisfying.
Texture:
Creamy and dense.
Nutritional Facts (per stick):
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes.
Pair-with:
Lunchboxes, trail mix, or dried fruit.
12. Emporium Selection Everything Goat Cheese $4.32/6 oz
Soft goat cheese rolled in “everything bagel” seasoning.
Taste Test:
Creamy, tangy, and garlicky.
Texture:
Spreadable and light.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
Goat milk, sesame seeds, onion, garlic, poppy seeds.
Pair-with:
Bagels, cucumbers, or smoked salmon.
13. Sartori Farmhouse Cheddar 4.41/7 oz
Aged Wisconsin cheddar with a farmhouse twist.
Taste Test:
Tangy and sharp with a rustic flair.
Texture:
Crumbly and firm.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, cultures, salt, enzymes.
Pair-with:
Pickles, pretzels, or hearty beer.
14. Emporium Selection Crumbled Blue Cheese $3.49/5 oz
Classic pungent blue cheese, already crumbled for convenience.
Taste Test:
Bold, tangy, with earthy funk.
Texture:
Creamy crumbles.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: <1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, cultures, mold.
Pair-with:
Buffalo wings, steaks, or chopped salads.
15. Emporium Selection New York Aged White Cheddar $2.75/10 oz
Aged 12 months for bold cheddar flavor.
Taste Test:
Extra sharp with salty depth.
Texture:
Crumbly yet creamy.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 0g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 7g
Ingredients:
Milk, cultures, salt, enzymes.
Pair-with:
Dark chocolate, grapes, or port wine.
16. Emporium Selection Applewood Smoked Gouda $4.29/8 oz
Dutch-style gouda with a smoky flavor twist.
Taste Test:
Rich, smoky, with sweet undertones.
Texture:
Dense and smooth.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: <1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, smoke flavor.
Pair-with:
Smoked meats, figs, or rye crackers.
17. Emporium Selection #ButFirst Coffee Cheddar $3.84/4 oz
A novelty cheddar infused with coffee.
Taste Test:
Sharp cheddar upfront, coffee on the back end.
Texture:
Semi-firm with visible flecks.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Sugar: <1g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Milk, cultures, salt, coffee, enzymes.
Pair-with:
Chocolate, almonds, or espresso martinis.
18. Happy Farms Cheese Curds Cajun Cheddar $4.39/12 oz
Cheddar curds with bold Cajun seasoning.
Taste Test:
Savory and spicy with zesty flair.
Texture:
Squeaky, firm, and coated in spices.
Nutritional Facts (per 1 oz):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients:
Milk, cultures, salt, enzymes, Cajun spices.
Pair-with:
Beer, spicy sausage, or BBQ chips.
Conclusion
Whether you’re a cheese connoisseur or a curious snacker, Aldi’s cheese aisle has something special for you. With unexpected flavors, bold aged varieties, and classic go-tos, these 18 cheeses are the ultimate fridge staples—delicious on their own or paired to impress.
