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About the ingredient cream cheese. Including 2,065 recipes with cream cheese, nutrition data, and where to find it.

 

What is cream cheese?

Cream cheese (also called soft cheese ) is a sweet, soft, mild-tasting, white cheese, defined by the US Department of Agriculture as containing at least 33% milk fat (as marketed) with a moisture content of not more than 55%.

Cream cheese is not naturally matured and is meant to be consumed fresh, and so it differs from other soft cheeses such as Brie and Neufchâtel. It is more comparable in taste, texture, and production methods to Boursin and Mascarpone.

Cream cheese is typically used in savoury snacks of various types (for example, as a spread on bread, bagels, crackers, various types of raw vegetables, etc.), and can be used in cheesecakes and salads. It can also be used to make cheese sauces. It can be a base to some spreads, such as yogurt-cream cheese topping for graham crackers, (10 oz cream cheese, and 1 cup yogurt, whipped.).

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size cup (232g)
Amount per Serving
Calories 809Calories from Fat 728
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 80.9g 124%
Saturated Fat 51.0g 255%
Trans Fat ~
Cholesterol 255mg 85%
Sodium 686mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 6.2g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 0.5
Protein 17.5g
Vitamin A 62% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 19% Iron 15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Where found

Cream cheese is usually found in the dairy section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Cream cheese is a member of the Dairy and Egg Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does cream cheese weigh?

Amount Weight
1 cup 232 grams
1 tbsp 14 grams
1 tbsp, whipped 10 grams
1 ounce 28 grams
1 cubic inch 16 grams
1 package, small (3 oz) 85 grams

Dairy and Egg Products

In Chinese:奶油乳酪
British (UK) term:
en français:fromage à la crème
en español:queso crema

Recipes using cream cheese

There are 2065 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Scrambled Eggs with Lox and Cream Cheese

Scrambled Eggs with Lox & Cream Cheese

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A low-carb version of Lox (smoked salmon) and cream cheese that uses scrambled eggs to replace the classic bagel. Rich, creamy, and delicious, it is perfect for celebrating National Cream Cheese and Lox Day or anytime for an impressive Brunch or breakfast offering.

Banana Nut Bread (Quick Bread Mix)

Banana Nut Bread (Quick Bread Mix)

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Graveyard Treat

Graveyard Treat

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Beneath a layer of ghostly whipped topping lies a chilling graveyard of cookie-crumb earth, with layers of creamy, eerie cheese filling and a tombstone of cookies marking the final resting place of your diet. Serve this spine-chilling dessert at your Halloween party, if you dare, and watch as your guests unearth the delicious secrets hidden within!

Simple Chocolate Truffles

Simple Chocolate Truffles

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Simple Chocolate Truffles recipe

Chocolate Cream Cheese Sandwich Cookies

Chocolate Cream Cheese Sandwich Cookies

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Favorite Carrot Cake

Favorite Carrot Cake

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Too-Easy Truffles

Too-Easy Truffles

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Too-Easy Truffles recipe

Suzy's Lime Cheesecake

Suzy's Lime Cheesecake

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Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Amazing Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

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Cream Cheese Ice Cream

Cream Cheese Ice Cream

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Mocha Brownies

Mocha Brownies

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Chocolate Cappucino Cheesecake

Chocolate Cappucino Cheesecake

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A rich and decadent cheesecake that combines the classic flavours of coffee and chocolate with a spiced chocolate crust.

Cream Cheese Topping for Hot-Cross Buns

Cream Cheese Topping for Hot-Cross Buns

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Learn how to make hot cross buns frosting with cream cheese, butter, and lemon zest. This frosting is a delightful and zesty twist on the traditional hot cross bun glaze.

White Chocolate Goat Cheese Frosting

White Chocolate Goat Cheese Frosting

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If you enjoy a cream cheese frosting, you must try it with goat cheese! It adds a subtle tang to the frosting but complements the sweetness of the chocolate just perfectly!

Chocolate Cheesecake with Chocolate Nutmeg Crust

Chocolate Cheesecake with Chocolate Nutmeg Crust

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Chocolaty, creamy, smooth and rich. This chocolate cheesecake is an ultimate indulgence.

Norma Koob’s Appetizer with Chutney

Norma Koob’s Appetizer with Chutney

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Aqua Aerobics regular, Norma Koob, has submitted this delicious appetizer recipe!

Cappuccino Chocolate Cheesecake

Cappuccino Chocolate Cheesecake

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Holley's Cheesecake

Holley's Cheesecake

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Holley's Cheesecake recipe

Mint-Chocolate Truffles (Lowfat)

Mint-Chocolate Truffles (Lowfat)

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If you love anything chocolate you will adore this simple recipe that makes treats that are simply decadent.

Pumpkin Cake Roll

Pumpkin Cake Roll

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Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

Chocolate Cream Cheese Brownies

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Filled Chocolate Cupcakes

Filled Chocolate Cupcakes

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This is a very chocolate flavour cupcakes, if you do love the chocolate, try this recipe, very yummy!

Carrot Cake with Lemon Frosting

Carrot Cake with Lemon Frosting

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Carrot Muffins with Walnut-Cream Centers

Carrot Muffins with Walnut-Cream Centers

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Carrot Muffins with Walnut-Cream Centers recipe

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