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Cheese Spread
10.0best for pasta1 cup : 1 cup
Processed and smooth; similar spreadability, less tangy and more uniform texture
10.0
cream cheese substitute
in pasta.
Cream Cheese creates the luscious sauce base for creamy pasta. A good swap should match the fat content and body so pasta stays rich.
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02
Neufchatel
10.0best for pasta1 cup : 1 cup
Lower-fat cream cheese; tastes nearly identical, slightly softer texture in baking
10.0
03
Whipped Butter
10.0best for pasta1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Softer and lighter; fine for spreading on bagels, too airy for baking or frosting
10.0
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04
Mascarpone
9.01 cup : 1 cup
Richer Italian cream cheese, closest match
9.0
05
Heavy Cream
8.01 cup : 1/2 cup
Use half cup thinned with milk; rich in sauces
8.0
06
Whipped Cream
7.51 cup : 3/4 cup
Whip with milk to lighten; tangy flavor
7.5
07
Cottage
7.51 cup : 1 cup
Blend cottage cheese smooth; lighter and grainier, add cream for richer result
7.5
08
Goat Cheese
7.01 cup : 1 cup
Tangy and spreadable, works in dips
7.0
09
Feta
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Smoother, richer; works in spreads and pastries
6.7
10
Brie
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Similar creaminess, firmer texture
6.7
11
Camembert
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Bloomy rind cheese; softer and milder than cream cheese, remove rind before spreading
6.7
12
Goat
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Tangy goat cheese; softer and more pungent, works in spreads and savory pastries
6.7
13
Shortening
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Cold shortening cut into flour; makes flaky pastry but adds no flavor, use with salt
6.7
14
Plain Yogurt
6.01 cup : 1 cup
Thinner and tangier; strain through cheesecloth overnight for cream cheese-like thickness
6.0
15
Greek Yogurt
6.01 cup : 1 cup
Soften first; thicker, works in dips and baking
6.0
16
Avocado
6.01 cup : 1/2 cup
Blend ripe avocado smooth; adds creaminess and fat to dips and spreads, slight green color
6.0
17
Mayonnaise
6.01 cup : 1 cup
Creamy and tangy; mayo adds richness to dips and spreads but lacks cream cheese's density
6.0
18
Hummus
4.01 cup : 1 cup
Savory spread swap for bagels and wraps
4.0
19
Peanut Butter
4.01 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Thick and rich spread; very different flavor, works on toast but not in cheesecake
4.0