At a glance
- 1.7 g protein and 98 calories per 2 tbsp (29 g).
- 1.7 g protein per 100 calories: #458 of 536 foods in our USDA list, #49 of 54 in dairy.
- 0 g fiber and 107 mg sodium per serving.
What is cream cheese like to eat?
Cream cheese is a soft, rich, spreadable cheese with a mild tang. It is a bagel classic and also thickens dips, sauces and spreads, usually in small amounts since it is mostly fat.
How can you eat more cream cheese?
Try this
Spread thinly on a bagel with smoked salmonStir into scrambled eggs for creaminessMix with herbs for a vegetable dipBlend with Greek yogurt for a higher-protein spreadIs cream cheese good on a GLP-1?
A thin layer is soft and easy to eat, but it can feel rich, so pairing it with protein foods like eggs or salmon may help. Protein density matters more when your appetite is small: see protein on a GLP-1.
How does cream cheese compare?
| Food | Serving | Protein | Calories | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cream cheese | 2 tbsp | 1.7 g | 98 | 1.7 g |
| Goat cheese | 1 oz | 5.2 g | 74 | 7 g |
| Smoked salmon | 1 oz | 5.1 g | 33 | 15.6 g |
| Greek yogurt | 3/4 cup | 17.5 g | 104 | 16.9 g |
Close to cream cheese per calorie: orange (1.9 g), strawberries (1.9 g), kiwi (1.7 g), pecans (1.4 g).
Compare more foods with the protein finder, or see protein in every food we cover.
What should you look for when you buy it?
Whipped cream cheese spreads further, and Neufchatel is a lighter option with a similar taste.
What's the full nutrition for cream cheese?
| Nutrient | Per 2 tbsp (29 g) | Per 100 g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 | 337 | |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 5.8 g | 3% |
| Fat | 9.7 g | 33.5 g | |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g | 19.7 g | 29% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 4.6 g | |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.1 g | 3.8 g | |
| Sodium | 107 mg | 368 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 97 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0 mcg | 0% |
USDA FoodData Central, Foundation: "Cream cheese, full fat, block". % Daily Value uses the FDA's values for adults (protein 50 g, fiber 28 g, sodium 2,300 mg). "Not listed" means USDA didn't measure it for this food, not that it's zero. Brands differ, so check your label.
