Sugar Cream

Sugar cream is a general term for a food component made by combining sugar and cream. It is typically prepared by mixing or cooking dairy cream with various forms of sugar, such as granulated sugar or corn syrup.

Manufacturers add sugar cream to provide sweetness, a rich dairy flavor, and a smooth texture to food products. It is frequently used in dairy-based desserts like ice cream and yogurt, as well as in sauces, fillings, and baked goods.

Sugar cream is not a regulated food additive but a combination of sugar and dairy cream. Both sugar and cream are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. The health implications are primarily related to its sugar and fat content. High intake of added sugars, such as those found in sugar cream, is associated with increased calorie intake without essential nutrients. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. JECFA and EFSA evaluate individual food additives and ingredients, but "sugar cream" as a combined product is not typically evaluated as a single additive.