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Rich dairy cream
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Table cream (30 g) has 59 calories. That works out to 195 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 49.8 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
59
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 6% · Fat 86%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 59 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.39 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.17 g | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 10 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 59 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 117 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 117 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 195 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 195 calories per 100 g.
Table cream is a packaged dairy cream used to enrich drinks, sauces, soups, and desserts. It is less concentrated than heavy cream, so it adds creaminess but may not behave the same way in recipes that rely on high fat content.
Usually not into a firm, stable topping. Table cream generally has less fat than whipping cream, so even when very cold it may stay loose or collapse; use whipping cream when a recipe needs peaks that hold their shape.
Table cream is lighter and less rich than heavy cream, while heavy cream has enough fat to whip and create thicker sauces more reliably. You can often use table cream for gentle finishing, but it is not a dependable one-for-one replacement in every recipe.
Yes, table cream can be added to coffee for a richer, smoother taste than milk. Stir it into hot coffee rather than pouring it into a very hot drink all at once, which can sometimes cause separation.
No, table cream is not a close flavor substitute for sour cream because it lacks sour cream’s tang and thicker cultured texture. It can add richness to a dish, but add a little acidity separately if the recipe depends on that tart taste.
Yes, table cream works well in creamy pasta sauces. Warm it gently with the other ingredients and avoid prolonged hard boiling; a splash of pasta water can help the sauce coat the noodles without making it overly thick.
It can separate if heated too quickly or boiled for a long time, especially in an acidic sauce. Lower the heat, stir continuously, and add the table cream near the end of cooking to keep the sauce smooth.
Keep opened table cream refrigerated, tightly closed, and use it within the period stated on its package. Pour with clean utensils, and discard it if it develops an off smell, discoloration, or an unusual texture.
Yes, but freezing can make table cream separate or turn grainy after thawing. Thawed cream is better stirred into cooked soups or sauces than used in coffee, whipped toppings, or recipes where a smooth texture is essential.
Yes, table cream can enrich puddings, custards, and some chocolate desserts. It is not a reliable substitute for whipped cream as a topping, because it generally will not whip into a stable, airy texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
49.8µg · 6% DV
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Iodine
4.2µg · 3% DV
Calcium
27mg · 3% DV
Selenium
0.96µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
34mg · 1% DV
Sodium
11mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Table cream is a dairy cream used to add a smooth, rich texture to both savoury dishes and desserts. It is commonly stirred into soups and sauces, poured over fruit or used to enrich baked dishes; the exact style and fat content can vary by product and region.
Its flavour is gently milky and its texture is pourable, making it easy to blend into warm food or serve chilled. In many kitchens, a splash is enough to soften the acidity of a tomato-based sauce or round out a bowl of soup. It is relatively high in fat, with 18 g per 100 g, so use a modest pour if you want a lighter dish; it pairs especially well with vegetables, mushrooms and berries.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.39g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.