Ingredient

Creme Fraiche

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use crème fraîche as a thickening agent, a flavor enhancer, and a topping. …

What it is

Crème fraîche is a cultured cream product, similar to sour cream but with a higher fat content and a milder, less tangy flavor. It is made by adding a bacterial starter culture to heavy cream, which thickens and sours the cream slightly. It originated in France and is a staple in French cuisine.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use crème fraîche as a thickening agent, a flavor enhancer, and a topping. Its rich texture and mild tang make it ideal for sauces, soups, dips, and desserts. It is also used in baked goods like breads and pastries.

Health notes

Crème fraîche is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient. It is a dairy product and its consumption contributes to overall fat and calorie intake. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar dairy products. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from moderate consumption of crème fraîche as part of a balanced diet.

Allergen info

Crème fraîche is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Creme Fraiche

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SHAW'S French Braided Brich Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 340kcal 14Protein 12Fat 50Carbs CULINARY TOURS Hand Braided Brioche Bread Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 360kcal 8Protein 14Fat 50Carbs MAMA COZZIS Cuban Brand Pizza, Cuban Brand Pizza High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 264kcal 11.5Protein 13.5Fat 25Carbs Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Peppers On A Gyro Pizza Crust, Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Pepp MAMA COZZI'S Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Peppers On A Gyro Pizza Crust, Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Pepp Pizza High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 275kcal 9.2Protein 12.4Fat 30.1Carbs Cuban Brand Pizza, Cuban Brand MAMA COZZIS Cuban Brand Pizza, Cuban Brand Pizza High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 264kcal 11.5Protein 13.5Fat 25Carbs Strawberry Cheesecake With Chocolate Crust Flavored Layered Dessert, Strawberry Cheesecake Yoplait USA Strawberry Cheesecake With Chocolate Crust Flavored Layered Dessert, Strawberry Cheesecake Puddings & Custards High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 293kcal 3.0Protein 18.2Fat 28.3Carbs RUSTIC BAKERY INC. Rustic Bakery, Handmade Sourdough Flatbread, Wild Mushroom & White Truffle, Wild Mushroom & White Truffle Breads & Buns 286kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 53.6Carbs The Kroger Co. Spinach & Goat Cheese Stone-Baked Focaccia Bread Topped With Goat And Emmentaler Cheese Creme Fraiche Sauce, Spinach, Italian Pecorino Romano Cheese And Roasted Garlic Focaccia Pizza, Spinach & Goat Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 253kcal 8.2Protein 10.8Fat 34.2Carbs Thal Golden Spices Inc Emily's Table, Cream Of Chicken Condensed Soup Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 74kcal 1.6Protein 3.3Fat 7.4Carbs The Kroger Co. Bruschetta Stone-Baked Focaccia Bread Topped With Creme Fraiche Sauce, Marinated Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Italian Pecorino Romano Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, Onions And Roasted Garlic Focaccia Pizza, Bruschetta Pizza High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 287kcal 7.2Protein 12.6Fat 32.9Carbs Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Dessert Dip, Pumpkin Spice Dips & Salsa 167kcal 3.3Protein 11.7Fat 13.3Carbs Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Dessert Dip, Peppermint Bark Dips & Salsa High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 333kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 23.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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