Ingredient

Pasteurized Organic Sweet Cream

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sweet cream is used to add richness, flavor, and a smooth texture to a …

What it is

Sweet cream is the fatty portion of milk that rises to the top when milk is left to stand. It is separated from milk and then pasteurized, a heat treatment that kills harmful bacteria. 'Organic' indicates that the milk comes from cows raised according to organic farming standards.

Why it's used

Sweet cream is used to add richness, flavor, and a smooth texture to a wide variety of foods. It is a primary ingredient in butter, ice cream, and many sauces. In packaged foods, it contributes to the creamy consistency and taste of dishes like macaroni and cheese or savory snacks.

Health notes

Sweet cream is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of dietary fat, including saturated fat. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. No specific health controversies are associated with sweet cream itself, beyond general dietary advice regarding fat consumption.

Allergen info

Sweet cream is derived from milk, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Products containing Pasteurized Organic Sweet Cream

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Topco Associates, Inc. Deluxe Whole Wheat Shells & Cheddar Cheese Dinner, Cheddar Cheese Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 310kcal 11.3Protein 9.9Fat 47.9Carbs Deluxe Shells & Cheddar Cheese Dinner Topco Associates, Inc. Deluxe Shells & Cheddar Cheese Dinner Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 324kcal 11.3Protein 9.9Fat 47.9Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Mac & Cheese Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 321kcal 11.5Protein 10.3Fat 43.6Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Macaroni & Cheese Rich Organic Cheddar Cheese And Pasta, Macaroni & Cheese Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 329kcal 11.8Protein 10.6Fat 47.1Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Salted Butter Sweet Cream Sticks Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs Harris-Teeter Inc. Lightly Salted Butter, Lightly Salted Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs The Kroger Co. Original Macaroni & Cheese In A Creamy Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Original Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 321kcal 11.5Protein 10.3Fat 42.3Carbs Target Stores Simply Balanced, Organic Popcorn, White Cheddar, White Cheddar Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 536kcal 10.7Protein 32.1Fat 53.6Carbs Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Organic Unsalted Butter, Sweet Cream Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs Alcam Creamery Co. Inc. Organic Butter, Lightly Salted Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs H E Butt Grocery Company Deluxe Elbows & Cheese Made With Real Organic Cheddar Cheese Microwaveable Dinner Mix, Deluxe Elbows & Cheese Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 321kcal 11.5Protein 10.3Fat 42.3Carbs Kings Super Markets Inc Organic Unsalted Butter, Sweet Cream Butter & Spread High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 714kcal 0Protein 78.6Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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