A soft, mild-tasting fresh cheese used as a spread and in baking.
Calories per 2 tbsp (29g)
342
kcal% Daily Value
A serving of Cream Cheese (2 tbsp (29g)) contains 342kcal of calories, which is 17% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that cream cheese is a moderate source of calories compared to other dairy.
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