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Craving the creamy taste of cream cheese but don’t have any on hand? Skip the trip to the store and explore delicious substitutes that capture the same smooth texture and tangy flavor. Whether you’re ...

Cream cheese is an incredibly versatile ingredient. It's the foundation of some of our favorite desserts, like cinnamon rolls, red velvet cake, and cheesecake bars. You'll be hard pressed to find a ...

Soft (i.e., spreadable) and mild, cream cheese is a young cow’s milk cheese that’s the result of a reaction between pasteurized cream—or a combination of whole milk and cream—and lactic acid, which ...

You can use these 14 cream cheese substitutes for baking, cooking, and even making easy appetizers. When you’re out of regular cream cheese or dealing with dietary restrictions, finding the best cream ...