Dairy & Alternatives
Light Cream Nutrition Facts
Light cream, also known as coffee cream or table cream, contains 18-30% milk fat. It's richer than half and half but lighter than heavy cream, ideal for coffee and cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories195
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
19.3g30%
Saturated Fat
12.0g60%
Trans Fat
0.6g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.7g
Monounsaturated Fat
5.6g
Cholesterol
66mg22%
Sodium
40mg2%
Total Carbohydrate
3.7g1%
Dietary Fiber
-0%
Total Sugars
3.7g
Protein
2.9g6%
Vitamin A
190mcg21%
Vitamin C
0.8mg1%
Vitamin D
0.3mcg2%
Vitamin E
0.5mg3%
Vitamin K
1.8mcg2%
Vitamin B6
0.0mg2%
Vitamin B12
0.3mcg11%
Folate
3mcg1%
Calcium
96mg7%
Iron
0.0mg0%
Potassium
122mg3%
Magnesium
9mg2%
Zinc
0.3mg3%
*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.
Health Benefits
- ✓Good source of vitamin A for healthy skin
- ✓Provides calcium for bone health
- ✓Contains riboflavin for energy metabolism
Best For
Coffee and teaCream soupsPasta saucesCreamy desserts
Storage
Keep refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below. Use within 7-10 days of opening. Do not freeze as texture will separate.
Serving Sizes
100g195 cal
1 cup468 cal
1 tbsp29 cal
1 fl oz59 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
Can light cream be whipped?
Light cream can be partially whipped but won't hold stiff peaks like heavy cream due to lower fat content.
Is light cream the same as half and half?
No, light cream has 18-30% fat while half and half has only 10-12% fat, making light cream noticeably richer.
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