Ingredient

Cream Sugar

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cream sugar is primarily used as a sweetener and bulking agent in food products. …

What it is

Cream sugar, also known as milk sugar or lactose, is a disaccharide sugar derived from milk. It is composed of glucose and galactose. It is a byproduct of milk processing, often separated from whey.

Why it's used

Cream sugar is primarily used as a sweetener and bulking agent in food products. Its mild sweetness and texture make it suitable for dairy products, baked goods, and confectionery.

Health notes

In the US, cream sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is a natural component of milk and dairy products. Some individuals have difficulty digesting lactose, a condition known as lactose intolerance, which can lead to digestive discomfort. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated lactose, and it is widely consumed globally.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Cream Sugar

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BISCHOX Cocoa Biscuits Filled With Milk Chocolate And Cream Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 527kcal 5.5Protein 29.1Fat 54.5Carbs Friendly Ice Cream Corp. Sundae Ice Cream Cone, Vanilla Krunch Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 297kcal 2.7Protein 13.5Fat 40.5Carbs Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Vanilla Bean Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 197kcal 4.5Protein 10.6Fat 22.7Carbs SmithFoods Inc. Premium Ice Cream, Brown Butter Graham Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 254kcal 3.0Protein 13.4Fat 32.8Carbs Festive Finer Foods Vanilla Ice Cream With Chocolate Flavored Wafers Sandwiches, Chocolate Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 4.7Protein 9.4Fat 39.1Carbs Great Western Beef Company Strawberry & Cream Gelato, Strawberry & Cream Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 212kcal 3.5Protein 8.2Fat 32.9Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Pecan Delights Pecans And Caramel Covered In Milk Chocolate, Pecan Delights Chocolate High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 500kcal 3.9Protein 30.8Fat 57.7Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Pumpkin Spice Flavor Coffee Creamer, Pumpkin Spice Milk Additives 233kcal 0Protein 10Fat 33.3Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Double Coconut & Almonds Rich Coconut Ice Cream With Almonds, Double Coconut & Almonds Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 262kcal 5Protein 16.2Fat 25Carbs Producers Dairy Foods, Inc. Vanilla Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt —kcal 3.5Protein —Fat 20.7Carbs VIRC SNACKS Dolcezza, Creme Fraiche Gelato, Citrus Marmalade, Citrus Marmalade Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 189kcal 5.3Protein 10.5Fat 18.9Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Healthy Cream Of Mushroom Condensed Soup, Cream Of Mushroom Canned Condensed Soup 48kcal 0.8Protein 1.6Fat 8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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