Dried Cream Cheese

Dried cream cheese is a powdered form of cream cheese, a soft, mild-tasting fresh cheese made from milk and cream. It is produced by removing the moisture from regular cream cheese, typically through spray drying or freeze-drying. This process concentrates its flavor and extends its shelf life.

Manufacturers use dried cream cheese as a flavoring ingredient and to add a creamy texture to foods. It is often found in snack bars, baking mixes, and sweet baked goods where a distinct cheesecake or creamy dairy flavor is desired without adding excess moisture. Its powdered form makes it easy to incorporate into dry mixes.

Dried cream cheese is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. As a dairy product, it is a source of calcium and protein. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many dairy derivatives, but specific evaluations for dried cream cheese are not widely publicized. Typical consumption levels are unlikely to pose health risks for the general population.