27 kcal P 0.83g C 5.51g F 0.63g
🥚 Dairy and Egg Products
Calories in Cream cheese, full fat, block
An accidental 1872 attempt to copy French Neufchâtel became America's most iconic bagel topping.
343 kcal
What makes cream cheese so powerful?
In 1872, dairyman William Lawrence of Chester, New York, set out to reproduce Neufchâtel, a soft, mold-ripened French cheese. By adding extra cream to the curd, he accidentally created something richer and entirely different. Cream cheese is an acid-coagulated fresh cheese, not an aged one. Lactic acid bacteria ferment lactose into lactic acid, lowering the pH until casein proteins reach their isoelectric point around pH 4.6 and coagulate—no rennet or aging required. The block form is denser than whipped or spreadable tubs because it is not aerated with nitrogen, yielding higher calorie density per gram. The fat-in-water emulsion is stabilized by the milk proteins themselves, which is why cream cheese holds its shape when cold but can break and separate if heated too aggressively. This is also why it blends more smoothly into warm batters than into hot sauces.
Acid-set, not rennet-set
Cream cheese coagulates via lactic acid bacteria lowering pH to the casein isoelectric point, not via rennet enzymes.
Denser than tubs
Block cream cheese skips the nitrogen aeration used in spreadable versions, packing more fat and calories per gram.
Breaks under high heat
The protein-stabilized emulsion can split if heated too quickly, so temper it into warm dishes gradually.
💡 When & how to use it
Let block cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30–60 minutes before blending into frostings or batters; cold blocks will leave lumps. For hot sauces or soups, cut into small cubes and temper by whisking in a splash of warm liquid first to avoid emulsion breakage. Store tightly wrapped in the refrigerator and use within two weeks of opening, as the surface is prone to mold once exposed to air. Pair with raw vegetables like grape tomatoes or cucumbers to add fiber and volume that the cheese itself completely lacks.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
343 kcal
P 5.79g C 4.56g F 33.5g
1 RACC (30g)
103 kcal
P 1.7g C 1.4g F 10.1g
200g
686 kcal
P 11.6g C 9.1g F 67g
50g
172 kcal
P 2.9g C 2.3g F 16.8g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 343
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 33.5g 43%
Saturated Fat 19.7g 99%
Cholesterol 101mg 34%
Sodium 368mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 4.56g 2%
Protein 5.79g 12%
Calcium 97.1mg 7%
Iron 0mg 0%
Potassium 125mg 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Cream cheese fit your daily goals?
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Walking to burn 343 kcal
17%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
5.79g
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6
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Cream cheese, full fat, block?
Cream cheese, full fat, block contains 343 calories per 100g. A standard serving of 1 RACC (30g) provides 103 calories. It is relatively calorie-dense, so portion control is important.
How much protein does Cream cheese, full fat, block have?
Cream cheese, full fat, block provides 5.79g of protein per 100g, which is 12% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is not a primary protein source.
How many carbs are in Cream cheese, full fat, block?
Cream cheese, full fat, block contains 4.56g of carbohydrates per 100g .
Is Cream cheese, full fat, block good for weight loss?
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