
Crystal Farms Wisconsin Onion & Chive Cream Cheese Spread
What You Should Know
Crystal Farms Wisconsin Onion & Chive Cream Cheese Spread is a small 8 oz plastic tub of tangy, spreadable cheese designed for the refrigerated dairy aisle. You’ll typically find it alongside other cream cheeses, flavored spreads, dip tubs, sour cream and packaged bagels — an easy grab near breakfast and deli items. This product is marketed as a Midwest dairy offering, leaning on Wisconsin provenance and family-farm sourcing to convey trust and traditional dairy quality; the brand positioning targets everyday shoppers who want familiar, regionally rooted products rather than artisanal or organic premium lines. The label leans into “natural” cues (pasteurized milk and cream, cheese culture, dried chives and onions) and wholesome imagery, but contains stabilizers and “natural flavor” claims rather than organic or non-GMO certifications. It is soft and creamy in texture, with visible flecks of dried chives and onion, a mild tang and smooth mouthfeel that spreads easily on bagels, crackers or a hot baked potato; the ritual is casual — scoop with a knife for breakfast, dollop on hors d’oeuvres for a party, or stir into hot mashed potatoes for extra creaminess. Processing context: made from dairy with added gums, emulsifiers and preservatives to maintain texture and shelf life in a ready-to-spread format. Packaging is a squat, resealable plastic tub with a peelable film and plastic lid for repeated use. Overall it sits in American grocery culture as an accessible, family-friendly convenience product that promises classic flavor and easy spreading rather than single-origin or minimally processed credentials.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Pasteruized, Milk, and, Cream,, Water,, Salt,, Cheese, Culture,, Chives*,, Guar, Gum,, Onions*,, Lactic, Acid,, Xanthan, Gum,, Natural, Flavor,, Carob, Bean, Gum,, Natamycin, (Mold, Inhibitor)., *Dried..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Natamycin - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial additives (guar gum, xanthan gum, carob bean gum), 'natural flavor', and a mold inhibitor, indicating an industrially formulated ready-to-eat product characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).
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Common Questions about Crystal Farms Wisconsin Onion & Chive Cream Cheese Spread
The healthiness of the Onion & Chive Cream Cheese Spread really depends on your dietary goals. At 80 calories per 2 tablespoons, it can fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a tasty way to add flavor to your meals. Just keep in mind that it's not high in protein or fiber, so it’s best enjoyed as a complement to other nutrient-dense foods.
