Here’s a quick guide to using and enjoying it:
🧀 Philadelphia Original Cream Cheese — Overview
📦 Product Info:
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Brand: Philadelphia (by Kraft Heinz)
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Type: Full-fat cream cheese
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Texture: Soft, spreadable when room temp
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Flavor: Mild, creamy, slightly tangy
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Packaging: Usually sold in 8 oz (226g) foil bricks or tubs
🍽️ Common Uses:
🍰 Baking:
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Cheesecakes – the gold standard for dense, creamy texture
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Frostings (like cream cheese frosting for carrot cake or red velvet)
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Swirled into brownies or muffins
🥯 Spreads:
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On bagels, toast, or crackers
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Mix with chives, garlic, or herbs for a savory twist
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Combine with jam or honey for a sweet spread
🍝 Cooking:
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Creamy pasta sauces (melt into hot pasta with a bit of pasta water)
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Stir into mashed potatoes or grits for richness
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Use in creamy soups or casseroles
🥣 Dips:
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Buffalo chicken dip
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Spinach-artichoke dip
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Fruit dip (with marshmallow fluff or honey)
🔄 Substitutions & Tips:
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Soften before using: Let it sit at room temperature for 30–45 minutes for easier mixing.
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Substituting: It’s not the same as whipped cream cheese — don’t swap in baking.
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Store: Keep refrigerated and use within 7–10 days of opening.
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Freeze? Not ideal — it can become grainy when thawed.
Want a recipe using a brick of Philadelphia cream cheese? Like classic cheesecake, creamy dip, or pasta sauce?
