Goat Cheese
Also listed as Chevre and Soft Goat Cheese.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Goat Cheese is a soft tangy cheese made from goat milk. Labels may say goat cheese.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is spread on crackers, salads, or stuffed into peppers.
Here is what food agencies say.
FDA dairy labeling applies to goat-milk cheeses.
Here is what research has found.
Soft goat cheeses have been linked to pathogen recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Check the milk source if you avoid cow dairy for other reasons.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/22/2026