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Organic Valley Cream Cheese, 8 Oz
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Organic Valley Cream Cheese, 8 Oz

Organic Valley
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
100mg
Sodium
13
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Organic Valley Organic Cream Cheese (8 oz) sits in the chilled dairy aisle, usually in the refrigerated specialty/organic section near butter, mascarpone, sour cream, and other spreadable cheeses. Shoppers reach for it when building brunch spreads, assembling bagels and lox, prepping holiday cheesecakes, or stirring richness into savory sauces and dips. The brand positions itself toward shoppers who prioritize organic provenance and animal welfare—pasture-raised milk, family farms, and a simple, transparent ingredient list—appealing to health-minded cooks, home bakers, and culinary enthusiasts who want an elevated staple without industrial artifice. The label leans into organic certification and “pasture-raised” claims, minimal ingredient listing, and clean, farm-forward imagery rather than bright kid-focused graphics or convenience calls. It carries a health-halo from the organic seal and short, recognizable ingredient names; there’s no sugary kid-targeted packaging or cartooning. In plain terms it’s a processed dairy product made by culturing and concentrating milk and cream, with a small amount of plant-derived locust bean gum used as a stabilizer. Sensory-wise it is dense and velvety with a smooth spreadable body, mild tang, and a rich, creamy finish; it’s packaged in an 8-ounce chilled block or tub that invites the familiar ritual of slicing, spreading, folding into batters, or whipping into frostings. The eating occasion ranges from weekday breakfasts to holiday baking sessions, and its consistent texture and neutral tang make it a versatile building block in American kitchens where convenience and artisanal origin meet.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 8
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat10g13%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol30mg10%
Sodium100mg4%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Pasteurized, Milk, and, Organic, Cream,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, Organic, Locust, Bean, Gum..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed cheese product: made from cultured milk/cream with added salt and a small stabilizer (locust bean gum). The short, recognizable ingredient list and single natural additive place it in NOVA group 3 rather than ultraprocessed group 4.

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Common Questions about Organic Valley Cream Cheese, 8 Oz

Healthy can mean a lot of things, but Organic Valley Cream Cheese is made with simple, organic ingredients like milk and cream. It’s a good option for those looking to enjoy cream cheese without artificial additives, but remember, it’s still a dairy product, so moderation is key, especially if you're watching your saturated fat intake.

Perfect For

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holiday-baking
game-day-prep

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