Why is Puck spreadable processed cream cheese analogue 500 g classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is considered ultra‑processed because it combines a traditional cream cheese base with refined ingredients such as palm oil and the emulsifier sodium phosphate (E339). These added components extend its shelf life and modify texture, which moves it beyond simple processing into the ultra‑processed category.

Is the milk in this product a concern for people with dairy allergies?

Yes. The spread lists cow's milk as a primary ingredient and is flagged with a milk allergen warning, so anyone with a dairy allergy should avoid it.

Is this spread suitable for vegan, keto, or halal diets?

It is not vegan because it contains dairy and palm oil, both animal‑derived or animal‑linked ingredients. The very high fat and low carbohydrate content make it compatible with a ketogenic diet. Halal suitability is unclear, as the product does not carry a halal certification and the dairy source may not meet halal standards.

Puck • 500 g

Puck spreadable processed cream cheese analogue 500g

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Puck spreadable processed cream cheese analogue 500 g is a dairy‑based spread marketed in Australia and neighboring regions. It is high in total fat (27 g) and saturated fat (18 g) per 100 g, contains moderate salt (2.6 g) and low sugars (1.5 g), delivering 287 kcal per 100 g, which leads to a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 3 classification indicating a processed cheese product. The formulation includes cow's milk (a milk allergen), palm oil and the emulsifier sodium phosphate (E339), making it unsuitable for vegans or those avoiding palm oil, while its high fat content may suit ketogenic eating patterns.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal324 kcal

Fat31 g

Saturated Fat18 g

Carbohydrates1.5 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average cream‑cheese category, this spread contains more total fat and saturated fat but less salt and sugar.

Ingredients

Cream cheese (Pasteurized raw cow's milk, lactic acid starter culture), palm oil, salt, emulsifier salt (E339). No rennet or preservatives added. Allergen source: contains milk. Fat in dry matter: 65% min. Produced from cream cheese 75% min. and 25% cheese modified with vegetable oil. Store between 2-25°C. Refrigerate at 5°C or lower

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