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Whipping Cream

Whipping Cream is the high-fat dairy product commonly used in European and American cooking for whipping, enriching sauces, soups and desserts; it is prized for its rich texture and ability to create stable whipped creams and silky sauces. Nutritionally, Whipping Cream is high in fat, providing about 35.6g of fat per 100g (with a large share as saturated fat), and contains small amounts of protein and some fat‑soluble vitamins such as vitamin A and B12. From a health perspective it supplies high-quality dairy protein and fat-soluble nutrients, but because it is energy- and saturated‑fat dense and contains no fiber, it’s best used in moderation or replaced with lower‑fat alternatives when a lighter option is desired.

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.60€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D+

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Heavy Cream.

Calories

343 kcal

17% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

2 g

4% RDI

Fat

36 g

20g sat fat

Carbs

3.8 g

1% RDI

Sugar

2.9 g

6% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D+ · 4.9 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Whipping Cream healthy?

Whipping Cream is rated D+ on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Whipping Cream?

Whipping Cream is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Whipping Cream gluten free?

Yes, Whipping Cream is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Whipping Cream?

100g of Whipping Cream contains 343 kcal, 2.02g protein, 3.8g carbohydrates, 35.6g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Whipping Cream vegetarian?

Yes, Whipping Cream is vegetarian but not vegan.

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