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Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD

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Is Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD healthy?

Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cream cheese spread contains beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk and cream, which provide high-quality protein and healthy fats.

How processed is Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD?

Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, Cheese Culture 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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Lucerne CREAM CHEESE SPREAD

Lucerne
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Albertsons
Category Cheese
Summary

This cream cheese spread contains beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk and cream, which provide high-quality protein and healthy fats. However, it is ultra-processed and includes stabilizers and a preservative, which are common in processed foods and can cause digestive issues or allergic reactions in some individuals. The presence of these additives and the level of processing limit its overall healthiness.

Key ingredients 6

PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM
Good

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

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Cheese Culture
Good

Cheese cultures help ferment the dairy, enhancing flavor and aiding digestion.

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Whey
Neutral

Liquid whey as a minor dairy ingredient — benign.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, common in dairy products.

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Stabilizers (Carob Bean and/or Xanthan and/or Guar Gums)
Neutral

These stabilizers improve texture and consistency, ensuring product stability.

Sorbic Acid (Preservative)
Neutral

Sorbic acid helps prevent microbial growth, extending shelf life of the product.

Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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