Coldpack cheese food is prepared in the same manner as Coldpack cheese but includes dairy ingredients used in process cheese food. In addition, sweetening agents such as sugar or corn syrup may be added. Coldpack cheese food may contain pimentos, fruits, vegetables, or meats, or may have a smoked flavor.

The flavor resembles the cheese from which it is made but is milder. It is softer than natural cheese and spreads more easily due to the added ingredients and higher moisture content. It is packaged the same way as Coldpack cheese and may be served in the same manner.