We try some of the best – and worst – versions on the market
The supermarket cream cheese taste test
Cream cheese is a handy staple, given that it can be used to rustle up a quick snack with crackers, be spread on a bagel for something more substantial, and used to make dips and spreads. It also has multiple uses in both sweet and savoury cooking.
Typically made from a blend of milk and cream, the flavour is usually mild and the texture smooth and rich. As it’s an unaged fresh cheese, cream cheese is ready to eat as soon as it’s made.