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Philadelphia · dairy

Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese

A relatively clean dairy product with minimal processing and simple ingredients.

VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreePalm Oil-Free
score
51
/ 100
Ingredient Breakdown
0 red · 1 amber · 3 green
Calories
342 per 100g
Serving
30g (2 tablespoons)
Sugar
3.2g (4% daily value)
Sat. Fat
21g (105% daily value)
Very high in saturated fat - one serving provides over 100% daily recommended intake
Contains dairy - unsuitable for lactose intolerant individuals
Full Analysis

Ingredients (4)

Pasteurized milk and cream

aka Dairy base

Natural dairy ingredients providing protein and calcium, though high in saturated fat.

Daily Intake — Contains 9g saturated fat per 100g serving
SAFE

Salt

Added for flavor and preservation, moderate sodium content requires portion awareness.

Daily Intake — Contains 1.4g salt per 100g (23% daily value)
MODERATE

Cheese culture

aka Bacterial cultures

Beneficial bacteria used in fermentation process, supports gut health.

SAFE

Carob bean gum

E410
aka Locust bean gum

Natural stabilizer from carob tree seeds, well-tolerated and safe.

SAFE
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Fun Fact

Philadelphia cream cheese was actually invented in New York in 1872, not Philadelphia - the name was chosen because Philadelphia was associated with high-quality food products.

Made by Mondelez International
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