Ingredient

Pasteurized Heavy Cream

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use heavy cream for its rich flavor and creamy texture. It adds richness …

What it is

Pasteurized heavy cream is the high-fat layer skimmed from the top of unhomogenized milk. It contains at least 36% milk fat. The pasteurization process heats the cream to kill harmful bacteria, making it safe for consumption.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use heavy cream for its rich flavor and creamy texture. It adds richness and body to sauces, soups, desserts, and baked goods. It can also be whipped to create toppings and fillings.

Health notes

Heavy cream is a dairy product and a source of saturated fat. The FDA considers pasteurized milk and cream products safe when properly handled and processed. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated dairy products. Consuming high amounts of saturated fat may be associated with increased risk of heart disease, according to some health organizations.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Pasteurized Heavy Cream

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QUEESOS LA RICURA Mexican Cream Cream High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 357kcal 3.6Protein 39.3Fat 3.6Carbs Honduran Cream OLANCHO Honduran Cream Cream High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 357kcal 3.6Protein 39.3Fat 3.6Carbs LA PASTA Sweet Potato, Quinoa & Kale Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type 200kcal 7.4Protein 3.7Fat 27.4Carbs King's Command Food, Inc. Kings Command Foods Fully Cooked 0.5 Ounce Swedish Meatballs, 2-5 Pound Bags Of Meatballs, 2-2 Pound Sauce Packets In A 14 Pound Net Weight Master Case. Beef - Prepared/Processed High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 223kcal 12.9Protein 15.8Fat 5.8Carbs Cucina Antica Foods Corporation Tuscany Pumpkin Premium Pasta Sauce, Tuscany Pumpkin Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 75kcal 0.8Protein 5Fat 8.3Carbs Quesos La Ricura Mexican Style Cream Cream High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 333kcal 3.3Protein 36.7Fat 3.3Carbs Guatemalan Cream Quesos La Ricura Guatemalan Cream Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 333kcal 3.3Protein 36.7Fat 3.3Carbs Cream, Gautemalan Quesos La Ricura Cream, Gautemalan Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 333kcal 3.3Protein 36.7Fat 3.3Carbs Santa's Forest, Inc. Broccoli & Quinoa Lemon Garlic Saute Other Deli 93kcal 2.9Protein 5Fat 10Carbs Safeway, Inc. Mac & Cheese, Elbow Macaroni, Sharp Cheddar Cheese With Five Cheese Sauce Other Deli High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 160kcal 6Protein 9.3Fat 14Carbs Completely Fresh Foods, Inc Cajun Style Chicken Alfredo Other Deli High in sodium — 67% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 43% DV per serving 156kcal 14.1Protein 5Fat 13.5Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Tikka Masala Easy Simmer Sauce, Tikka Masala Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 150kcal 1.7Protein 10Fat 13.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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