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Vegan cooking cream Calories
Dairy-free plant-based cream for cooking and sauces
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Vegan cooking cream (30 g) has 51 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Vegan cooking cream Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
51
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 3% · Fat 88%
Vegan cooking cream nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 51 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Vegan cooking cream?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 26 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 85 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 200 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vegan cooking cream
What is vegan cooking cream used for?
Vegan cooking cream is a plant-based substitute for dairy cream that adds a creamy texture to hot dishes. Use it in sauces, soups, pasta, casseroles, or curries; it is made for cooking rather than necessarily for whipping.
Can vegan cooking cream replace heavy cream in recipes?
Yes, vegan cooking cream can replace heavy cream in many savory recipes, including soups and sauces. The flavor, thickness, and richness may differ, so a sauce may need a little extra simmering or seasoning to reach the texture you want.
Can you cook vegan cooking cream in pasta sauce?
Yes, vegan cooking cream works well in pasta sauces, including mushroom, tomato, and garlic sauces. Stir it in near the end of cooking and warm it gently; prolonged boiling can make some brands separate.
Does vegan cooking cream curdle when heated?
It can separate if heated too quickly or boiled for a long time, although many products are designed to withstand normal cooking. Add vegan cooking cream over low heat and stir it into the dish near the end.
Can vegan cooking cream be used in curry?
Yes, vegan cooking cream can make curries creamy and mild without dairy. Stir it in toward the end of cooking, then heat gently; adding it after the spices and vegetables have cooked helps preserve its smooth texture.
What is vegan cooking cream made from?
Vegan cooking cream is a processed plant-based product, commonly made with water and vegetable oils, sometimes alongside starches, stabilizers, or soy ingredients. Recipes vary between brands, so it may taste and behave differently from dairy cream.
Can you whip vegan cooking cream?
Usually not: vegan cooking cream is formulated for sauces and hot dishes, so it may stay loose rather than whip into stable peaks. For frosting or desserts that need whipped cream, choose a product specifically labelled as suitable for whipping.
How long does vegan cooking cream last after opening?
Keep opened vegan cooking cream covered in the refrigerator and use it within the period stated on its package. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for extended periods, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture has changed noticeably.
Can vegan cooking cream be frozen?
Yes, but freezing can make vegan cooking cream separate or turn grainy after thawing. If you freeze it, thaw it in the refrigerator and use it in a cooked sauce or soup, where stirring and heating can help blend the texture.
Is vegan cooking cream healthier than dairy cream?
Not automatically. Vegan cooking cream is dairy-free but is still a processed cooking product, and many versions rely substantially on vegetable oils. It can suit someone avoiding dairy, but that does not make it a universally healthier choice.
Vegan cooking cream Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.63mg · 4% DV
Vitamin K
3µg · 3% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
24mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
6.6mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
Vegan cooking cream Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vegan cooking cream
To burn the 51 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Vegan cooking cream?
Vegan cooking cream is a plant-based alternative to dairy cream, made for adding a smooth, creamy consistency to savoury dishes. Its ingredients and flavour vary by brand, but it is generally designed to blend into hot food rather than be served on its own.
The taste is usually mild, and the texture works well in pasta sauces, soups, curries and casseroles. It is convenient for vegan cooking and for anyone avoiding dairy, though it is relatively high in fat and low in protein: 100 g provides 16.5 g of fat and 1.2 g of protein. For a lighter sauce, use a smaller amount and loosen it with stock or water.
How Nutritious Is Vegan cooking cream?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Vegan cooking cream Processed?
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.
Does Vegan cooking cream Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Vegan cooking cream Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Vegan cooking cream Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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