Can you use cream cheese spread in place of cream cheese?

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1. Can you use cream cheese spread in place of cream cheese?
2. Can you use mayonnaise in place of sour cream in a cake?
3. Which is better for you cream cheese or sour cream?
4. Is creme fraiche a substitute for cream cheese?
5. Can I use mascarpone instead of creme fraiche?

Can you use cream cheese spread in place of cream cheese?

Of course you can, but the block cream cheese is different than the tub cream cheese in terms of protein and milk contents (Philadelphia specifically). But for your purpose I wouldn't worry about it too much. Whipped cream cheese, what you're talking about, just spreads easier. It's the same thing.

Can you use mayonnaise in place of sour cream in a cake?

Mayonnaise is an excellent substitute for sour cream. It is creamy, having a smooth texture like sour cream.

Which is better for you cream cheese or sour cream?

Sour cream and cream cheese are two dairy products with high-fat content. Cream cheese contains at least 33% milkfat, while the fat content in sour cream typically ranges from 14 to 18%....Nutrition Facts.

1 Cup	Total Fat
Cream Cheese	79 g
Sour Cream	121%
	45 g
	69%

Is creme fraiche a substitute for cream cheese?

Sour cream and Creme fraiche are essentially the same thing with different amounts of fat. Creme fraiche handles heat a little bit better and contains more fat. ... Cream Cheese is a completely different thing. You can not easily substitute it with the others, but might be able to make something work if needed.

Can I use mascarpone instead of creme fraiche?

Mascarpone (in desserts). The best substitute for creme fraiche, other than making it yourself? Mascarpone. ... Its rich and creamy texture is very similar to creme fraiche. The flavor is sweeter than creme fraiche, without the subtle tang, so it works best in desserts.