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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Cream, fluid, half and half's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Fair nutrient density 16/100
How many beneficial nutrients Cream, fluid, half and half delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Cream, fluid, half and half come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
13% from carbs
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Carbs 13%4.3 g per serving
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Fat 78%11.5 g per serving
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Protein 9%3.0 g per serving
What Cream, fluid, half and half is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.5 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 167.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 260.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 373.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 221.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 129.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 288.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 323.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 1,157.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 3,025.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 1,394.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 258.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,893.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 260.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 3.0 g | |
| Histidine | 80.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 179.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 290.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 235.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 74.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 143.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 134.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 42.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 198.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 102.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 107.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 225.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 27.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 620.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 63.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 287.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 161.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 143.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 97.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.9 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 1.3 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 3.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.3 mg | |
| Choline | 18.7 mg | |
| Betaine | 0.7 mg | — |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 105.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | |
| Magnesium | 10.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 95.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 130.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 41.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 1.8 mcg | |
| Fluoride | 3.0 mcg | — |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 37.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.7 g | — |
About Cream, fluid, half and half
Cream is the rich, high-butterfat layer that rises to the top of fresh milk, skimmed off and sold in a range of styles defined by how much fat they hold. Light or single cream is pourable, half-and-half is lighter still, and heavy or whipping cream is thick enough to whip into soft peaks, while cultured versions become sour cream and crème fraîche and slow-cooked British clotted cream turns dense and spoonable.
Cream is calorie-dense and a concentrated source of milk fat along with the fat-soluble vitamins A and D and some calcium. In the kitchen it enriches coffee, whips into toppings for pies and desserts, thickens soups, sauces, and pasta, sets custards and ganache, and adds body to ice cream. Because higher fat content whips more reliably, heavy cream is the baker's choice for stable peaks. Keep cream tightly sealed and well chilled, use it before the date on the carton, and note that most creams also freeze for cooking.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cream, fluid, half and half?
There are 130 calories in 100 g of Cream, fluid, half and half, or about 39 calories in 1 fl oz (30 g).
How much protein is in Cream, fluid, half and half?
Cream, fluid, half and half contains 3.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Cream, fluid, half and half?
Cream, fluid, half and half has 4.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Cream, fluid, half and half?
Cream, fluid, half and half provides 11.5 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Cream, fluid, half and half a good source of?
Cream, fluid, half and half is a good source of Vitamin B12, Vitamin A (RAE) and Riboflavin (B2) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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