Ingredient

Cheesecake: Cream Cheese

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add cream cheese for its rich flavor and creamy texture. It acts as …

What it is

Cream cheese is a soft, mild-tasting fresh cheese. It is made from milk and cream, and is typically cultured to give it a tangy flavor. The mixture is heated, then strained to remove the whey, and the remaining solids are processed into a smooth spread.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add cream cheese for its rich flavor and creamy texture. It acts as a binder and provides moisture in baked goods. It is commonly found in cheesecakes, frostings, dips, and as a spread.

Health notes

Cream cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of fat and protein. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cheese products, but specific evaluations for cream cheese as a distinct ingredient are not always detailed separately. Typical consumption as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Cream cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the FDA's 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cheesecake: Cream Cheese

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BB and CC Inc. Double Chocolate Cheesecake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving 368kcal 4.7Protein 23.6Fat 35.9Carbs T.G. Foods, Inc. The Bakery Baron, Cream Cheese Browine Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 423kcal 7.7Protein 17.3Fat 61.5Carbs Mavens Creamery Vanilla White Chocolate Macaron Cheesecake Sandwich, Vanilla White Chocolate Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 382kcal 3.6Protein 21.8Fat 38.2Carbs Mavens Creamery Lemon Macaron Cheesecake Sandwich, Lemon Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 379kcal 3.5Protein 20.7Fat 34.5Carbs Mavens Creamery Snickerdoodle Macaron Cheesecake Sandwich, Snickerdoodle Macaron Cheesecake Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 377kcal 3.8Protein 20.8Fat 37.7Carbs Mavens Creamery Milk Chocolate Macaron Cheesecake Sandwich, Milk Chocolate Macaroni Cheesecake Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 368kcal 3.5Protein 17.5Fat 42.1Carbs Lunds Inc Chocolate Cheesecake, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 110% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 385kcal 6.4Protein 25Fat 32.0Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake, Strawberry Swirl Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 345kcal 4.4Protein 18.6Fat 38.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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