Ingredient

Cream Cheese

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add cream cheese to products for its rich, tangy flavor and creamy texture. …

What it is

Cream cheese is a soft, fresh cheese made from cow's milk and cream. It is produced by fermenting a mixture of milk and cream with lactic acid bacteria, then draining the whey to create its characteristic smooth texture.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add cream cheese to products for its rich, tangy flavor and creamy texture. It is commonly used in spreads, dips, cheesecakes, frostings, and as a filling for pastries and savory dishes.

Health notes

Cream cheese is a dairy product regulated by the FDA as a standardized food. It is generally recognized as safe when consumed as part of a balanced diet. Due to its fat content, including saturated fat, it is typically recommended for moderate consumption. Neither JECFA nor EFSA typically evaluate whole food products like cream cheese as food additives.

Allergen info

Cream cheese is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Products containing Cream Cheese

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HERR'S French Onion Dip Dips & Salsa 182kcal 3.0Protein 15.2Fat 6.1Carbs TWO-BITE Two-Bite, Carrot Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 408kcal 2.8Protein 22.5Fat 47.9Carbs QUEESOS LA RICURA Mexican Cream Cream High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 357kcal 3.6Protein 39.3Fat 3.6Carbs Honduran Cream OLANCHO Honduran Cream Cream High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 357kcal 3.6Protein 39.3Fat 3.6Carbs Pasta Sides Alfredo Broccoli Lipton Pasta Sides Alfredo Broccoli Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 381kcal 12.7Protein 5.6Fat 68.2Carbs Pasta Sides Alfredo Lipton Pasta Sides Alfredo Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 391kcal 14.1Protein 5.5Fat 68.8Carbs Pasta Sides Creamy Chicken Flavor Lipton Pasta Sides Creamy Chicken Flavor Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 365kcal 12.7Protein 2.4Fat 71.4Carbs Italian Sides Four Cheese Pasta Lipton Italian Sides Four Cheese Pasta Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 370kcal 13.0Protein 4.6Fat 68.5Carbs Italian Sides Creamy Garlic Shells Lipton Italian Sides Creamy Garlic Shells Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 364kcal 12.1Protein 3.0Fat 72.7Carbs FRESH & EASY New York-Style Cheesecake Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 328kcal 4.8Protein 19.2Fat 35.2Carbs ZARO'S BAKERY Zaro's Bakery, Rugelach, Raspberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 357kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 42.9Carbs ZARO'S BAKERY Zaro's Bakery, Chocolate Rugelach Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 464kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 39.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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