Can you eat the Babybel wax?

The wax we use to coat our products is made of a blend of paraffin and microcrystalline waxes and colouring, which specifically contains no Bisphenol A. It's “food safe” and meets very strict regulatory standards. It poses no health risk if accidentally ingested.

Are you supposed to eat the wax on Babybel cheese?

The wax, while “food safe,” is not actually… food. It's there to protect the cheese inside. Eating the wax won't hurt you, according to Babybel, but it is also not going to taste good, according to me, and to the Imgur user who uploaded the photo.

Can you eat the red wax on cheese?

Can I eat the wax on cheese? We appreciate the enthusiasm but unfortunately the wax isn't meant to be eaten. The gift of cheese is best enjoyed unwrapped and free of wax. Don't sweat it if you ate some though, it's 100% food safe.

What can you do with the Babybel wax?

Why is Babybel cheese wrapped in wax?

The red wax is part of its DNA and brings a unique consumption experience. It prevents desiccation or molds and helps preserving the cheese in proper hygienic conditions until consumption. Our cellophane wrapping completes the cheese protection.

How to eat a babybel

How are you supposed to eat Babybel cheese?

Simply match Mini Babybel Cheddar with your favourite pickle on a crunchy slice of country loaf for a satisfying morsel between meals. Add ham, grapes, celery, apple and even a boiled egg for a protein-packed, nutritional snack before the gym.

What kind of wax is Babybel?

What is Babybel®'s wax made of? The wax we use to coat our products is made of a blend of paraffin and microcrystalline waxes and colouring, which specifically contains no Bisphenol A. It's “food safe” and meets very strict regulatory standards. It poses no health risk if accidentally ingested.

What happens if a dog eats Babybel wax?

If your dog ate babybel wax while it was trying to get to the cheese, you most likely don't have anything to worry about. What is this? The wax wrapper is relatively small and unlikely to cause any blockages or choking, and the wax itself is non-toxic and approved by the FDA.

How many Babybels can you eat?

Mini Babybel Original

The most important rule when it comes to cheese is: Stick to one portion. As a calorie dense food, it can be really easy to scarf down two, three or even five servings in a matter of minutes!

What if I ate cheese wax?

Eating wax doesnt normally enhance the flavour of the cheese, however it doesnt stick to the gut so shouldnt do you any harm unless you eat lots. If you do each too much it may cause bowel problems and wont move through the gut very well. If you do eat it it wont poison you, but why spoil your cheese.

Is Babybel mozzarella?

Rich, creamy Mozzarella Style is on a mission to make your snack time delicious. This 100% real cheese snack has no artificial growth hormones*, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Pair it with pepperoni slices or olives for some Italian flare.

What is the red coating around Babybel cheese?

The red wax that wraps Mini Babybel is part of the cheese protection and ensures in all points the functions of a crust. It prevents desiccation or moulds and helps preserving the cheese in proper hygienic conditions until consumption. The cellophane is important for two reasons.

What is the yellow Babybel?

Mini Babybel® Swiss taste combines the pronounced fruity taste of classic Swiss cheese with the mild taste of Mini Babybel®, all wrapped in a distinctive yellow wax coating.

Are Babybels healthy?

At 42 kcals per little cheese, it is rich in calcium and protein, and a handy and healthy portion – helpful when counting the calories. Made to the same authentic recipe as its full-fat brother Mini Babybel cheese contains just 4 simple ingredients.

Why is cheese wax red?

At the grocery store, you might have seen a red wax on a gouda or a black wax on a cheddar. That's because the companies that made those cheeses chose those colors. Sometimes a company will choose one color of wax and then use that color for every type of cheese they make. It becomes part of their brand.

How do you clean cheese wax?

Cleaning Up Cheese Wax

If you have to clean them, use boiling water to melt the wax and wipe it off with old cloths or paper towels. Once the wax has been removed, use turpentine to remove any remaining wax. Waxing cheese can get messy as you can see from this cheese-making room.

Does cheese wax burn?

Use it as a firestarter. The oil found inside the wax is great for sustaining flames, making it the perfect substitute for dry kindling (should you run out) or for camping trips. Simply melt the wax down and roll it into several small balls to help start fires in wood burners.

What kind of cheese is blue Babybel?

Babybels are essentially tiny versions of Edam cheese. Edam, which is of Dutch origin, is a semi-hard cheese that has gentle notes of sweet grassiness and a bit of mild nutiness.

Can I use Babybel cheese on pizza?

An easy mini pizza recipe that your kids will love! These delicious Mini Babybel Pizza's are so much fun to make, just add your favorite toppings then bake and enjoy, it's that easy.

Are cheese strings real cheese?

What are Strings and Things Cheestrings made of? Real cheese fortified with Vitamin D and no artificial flavourings, colours or preservatives. Each Cheestring is made with a whole glass of milk, making it naturally high in calcium for healthy bones!

Is Babybel cheese vegan?

This vegan snack has a good source of calcium and Vitamin B12, and of course, loads of goodness. It's Certified Plant-Based, and with smooth texture similar to mozzarella, it has all the deliciousness of real cheese, without the dairy. Find Babybel Plant-Based near you at https://www.babybel.com/en-us/locator!

Why is Babybel so expensive?

Babybel Cheese is expensive because they invest in high-quality milk which is more expensive to source.