Ingredient

Cream & Cultures

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cream and cultures are used to produce cultured dairy products like sour cream, yogurt, …

What it is

Cream is the high-fat layer skimmed from the top of milk. Cultures are live microorganisms, usually bacteria, added to foods like dairy products. They are used to ferment milk, creating specific flavors and textures.

Why it's used

Cream and cultures are used to produce cultured dairy products like sour cream, yogurt, and cheese. They add a rich, tangy flavor and creamy texture. They are found in dairy products, dips, dressings, and baked goods.

Health notes

Cream is a dairy product and a source of fat. Cultures, particularly probiotics found in some fermented dairy, may have health benefits for gut health, though research is ongoing. The FDA generally recognizes cream and common cultures used in dairy production as safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA have evaluated many food-grade cultures.

Allergen info

Cream is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Gluten is not typically present unless added during processing.

Products containing Cream & Cultures

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Krause Gentle Corporation Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 57.1Carbs Uncle Rays, LLC Uncle Ray's, Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion, Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 57.1Carbs Veratec, Inc. Baked Brie, Apricot, Cranberry Cheese High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 306kcal 12.9Protein 20Fat 18.8Carbs Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Uncle Rays, LLC Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 57.1Carbs Uncle Rays, LLC Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 57.1Carbs Cape Cod Potato Chips Inc. Cape Cod, Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Green Onion, Sour Cream & Green Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 508kcal 7.5Protein 28.2Fat 56.4Carbs Bi-Lo Inc. Classic Crust Pizza, Mushroom & Spinach Pizza High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 209kcal 7.9Protein 10.1Fat 22.3Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Marie Callender's, Easy Sides , Fettuccini Pasta, Stroganoff, Stroganoff Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 414kcal 12.1Protein 10.3Fat 69.0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Sour Cream & Onion Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 3.6Protein 35.7Fat 53.6Carbs Cape Cod Potato Chips Inc. Cape Cod, Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Green Onion, Sour Cream & Green Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Jones Potato Chip Company Potato Chips, Wavy Sour Cream & Onion, Wavy Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 57.1Carbs Sour Cream & Onion Flavored Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion The Kroger Co. Sour Cream & Onion Flavored Potato Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 32.1Fat 53.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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