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Philadelphia Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese Spread, 7.5 oz Tub
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Philadelphia Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese Spread, 7.5 oz Tub

Philadelphia
7.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
3g
Protein
2g
Sugars
140mg
Sodium
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’ll usually find Philadelphia Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese Spread in the refrigerated dairy aisle, shelved with other cream cheeses, flavored spreads, and near butter and deli dips. It reads like a convenience staple for morning routines and casual entertaining alike: ideal for bagels at breakfast, quick sandwich spreads, mixing into a party dip, or topping crackers on a TV night. Philadelphia’s long-established brand positioning leans on heritage and approachability — a mid-market, family-friendly cream cheese that promises real milk and cream while emphasizing creamy texture and familiar flavors rather than artisanal or organic credentials. The label leans into “natural” language (claims of fresh milk, real cream, and no artificial preservatives, flavors or dyes) and functional cues like a resealable tub; it is not labeled organic. In plain processing terms, it combines dairy with concentrated proteins, stabilizers and flavorings that make it easy to spread straight from the fridge. Sensory details: the spread is smooth and dense yet soft enough to glide onto a bagel, with a savory garlic top note and flecks of dried onion and parsley adding herbaceous texture; the tub invites a quick-scoop ritual — spread, reseal, refrigerate. Packaging is a 7.5 oz plastic tub designed for repeat uses and communal snacking. In American grocery culture this product sits at the intersection of convenience and comfort — a go-to for households seeking indulgent, reliable flavor without extra prep time.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Servings per Container: 7
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat3.5g18%
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium140mg6%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars2g
Protein3g
* 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

PASTEURIZED, MILK, AND, CREAM,, WHEY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, GARLIC,, SALT,, DRIED, ONIONS,, DRIED, PARSLEY,, CAROB, BEAN, GUM,, GUAR, GUM,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, NATAMYCIN, (A, NATURAL, MOLD, INHIBITOR),, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE,, CHEESE, CULTURE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • natamycin - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains processed ingredients such as whey protein concentrate, carob bean and guar gums, natural flavor, and natamycin alongside fortified vitamin A — a formulation typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4). These additives and reformulated dairy components are industrially produced to enhance texture, stability and shelf performance.

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Common Questions about Philadelphia Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese Spread, 7.5 oz Tub

The Garlic & Herb Cream Cheese Spread can definitely fit into a balanced diet! At 70 calories per two-tablespoon serving, it’s relatively low in sugar and carbs, making it a tasty addition to snacks or meals. Just keep in mind that it’s not a high-protein option, so if you're looking to bulk up on protein, you might want to pair it with something like whole grain crackers or veggies.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

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