Kite Hill Cream Cheese Alternative, Dairy Free, Everything
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Sodium
- Protein
Verdict
Kite Hill Cream Cheese Alternative, Dairy Free, Everything is a spreadable almond-based cheese substitute featuring a savory seed and garlic topping. Its main strength is the total absence of saturated fat, while its main tradeoff is a heavily formulated ingredient list. Overall, it functions as a flavor-forward condiment for adding variety to plant-based meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it spread on a toasted vegan bagel or as a creamy dip for a vegetable crudité platter.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is lean, with no saturated fat or added sugars, though it offers very little protein and fiber. Sodium levels are moderate, which is typical for a seasoned spread.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs | 3g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 80mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from almond milk and a mix of poppy, sesame, and onion seeds. To achieve a creamy consistency and preserve freshness, the formula relies on industrial gums, lactic acid, and mushroom extract.
Ingredients
Almond Milk (Water, Almonds), Salt, Dehydrated, Onion, Poppy Seed, Dehydrated Garlic, Sesame Seeds, Roasted Sesame Seeds, Enzyme, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Mushroom Extract (to Help Preserve Freshness), Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Cultures.
