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Light Cream Cheese
Light Cream Cheese by Trader Joe's provides 250 kcal per 100 g, with 10.7 g of sugars and 10.7 g of protein. That is 125% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cream cheeses category and comes in a 8 oz pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 tbsp (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal | 70 kcal | 179 +39% | |
| Total fat | 14.3 g | 4 g | 5% | 14.2 |
| Saturated fat | 8.9 g | 2.5 g | 13% | 9.5 −6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.3 g | 4 g | 1% | 5.4 +162% |
| Total sugars | 10.7 g | 3 g | 4.8 +125% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −100% |
| Protein | 10.7 g | 3 g | 6% | 8.4 +27% |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.2 g | 0.8 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2168 Cream cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cream cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pasteurized Skim Milk and Pasteurized Cream, Milk Proteins (Sodium and Calcium Caseinate), Whey Proteins, Citric, Phosphoric, Acetic, and Lactic Acids, Salt, Gums (Xanthan, Locust Bean, and Guar), Natural Flavors (Milk), Microbial Rennet
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 8 oz
- Serving size
- 2 tbsp (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 00926539
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Light Cream Cheese?
Light Cream Cheese contains 250 kcal per 100 g and about 70 kcal per serving (2 tbsp (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Light Cream Cheese?
Light Cream Cheese has 10.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Light Cream Cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Light Cream Cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Light Cream Cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated January 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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