Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz

Common questions

Is Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz healthy?

Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz scores 73/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cream cheese product contains beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk and cream, whey protein concentrate, and jalapeno peppers, which provide protein, calcium, and a spicy flavor.

How processed is Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz?

Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized Milk and Cream, Whey Protein Concentrate, Jalapeno Peppers count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Philadelphia Spicy Jalapeno Cream Cheese Tub 8 oz

73 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$3.47 · 7.5 oz · $0.46 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Cheese
Summary

This cream cheese product contains beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk and cream, whey protein concentrate, and jalapeno peppers, which provide protein, calcium, and a spicy flavor. However, it is a processed food with a few additives such as carob bean gum, which slightly detracts from its overall healthiness. The processing level limits its maximum score, but the absence of harmful substances like seed oils or artificial additives helps maintain a relatively high rating.

Key ingredients 8

Pasteurized Milk and Cream
Good

This ingredient provides natural dairy nutrients and contributes to the creamy texture of the product.

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Whey Protein Concentrate
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Jalapeno Peppers
Good

Jalapeno peppers add flavor and vitamin C, enhancing the product's taste and nutritional profile.

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Vinegar
Good

Vinegar adds tangy flavor and acts as a preservative, supporting product freshness.

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Garlic Juice
Good

Garlic juice provides flavor and potential antioxidant properties, enriching the product's taste.

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Onions
Good

Onions contribute flavor and nutrients like vitamin C, enhancing the overall profile.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Carob Bean Gum
Neutral

Carob bean gum is a thickening agent that stabilizes the product but has minimal nutritional impact.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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