Crme Fraiche
What is Crme Fraiche?
Crème fraîche is a type of cultured cream, similar to sour cream but with a higher fat content and a milder, richer flavor. It is made by adding a bacterial starter culture to pasteurized heavy cream, which allows the cream to thicken and develop its characteristic tangy taste. It is commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes.
Is Crme Fraiche vegan?
No. Crme Fraiche is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Crme Fraiche gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Crme Fraiche a major allergen?
Crème fraîche is derived from milk, which is one of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Crme Fraiche used for?
Manufacturers add crème fraîche for its rich flavor and creamy texture, acting as a thickener and flavor enhancer.
Is Crme Fraiche safe?
Crème fraîche is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add crème fraîche for its rich flavor and creamy texture, acting as a thickener and flavor enhancer. It is often used as a topping for soups, stews, pasta, and baked goods, or incorporated into sauces, dips, and desserts.
Health notes
Crème fraîche is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of fat and calories. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar dairy products. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming crème fraîche in typical amounts as part of a balanced diet.
Allergen info
Crème fraîche is derived from milk, which is one of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Crme Fraiche
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Haagen-Dazs Lemon Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 34% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 29% DV per serving
178kcal
3.3Protein
9.4Fat
19.9Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Blueberries & Cream Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 34% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 23% DV per serving
173kcal
3.4Protein
9.6Fat
18.3Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Bean Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
168kcal
3.5Protein
9.7Fat
17.7Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Black Cherry Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
170kcal
3.5Protein
9.7Fat
17.1Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Vanilla and Chocolate Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving
212kcal
3.5Protein
10.6Fat
24.8Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Chocolate Raspberry Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
177kcal
3.5Protein
9.7Fat
19.5Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Coffee Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
177kcal
3.5Protein
9.7Fat
18.6Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Bean Cultured Crme 8 Count
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
168kcal
3.5Protein
9.7Fat
17.7Carbs
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Haagen-Dazs Strawberry Cultured Crme
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving
168kcal
3.5Protein
8.8Fat
17.7Carbs
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