How does it compare with Philadelphia?

It is milder and less tangy, with a slightly softer set. It costs less and works fine in baking and cooking, but on a plain bagel the difference is noticeable.

Can I use it for cheesecake?

Yes. It is a full-fat block cream cheese, so it beats into a smooth batter and sets properly. Let the bricks soften at room temperature first to avoid lumps.

Is this the same as whipped cream cheese?

No. These are firm blocks, not whipped tubs. You spread or beat them yourself, which makes them better for baking and recipes that call for brick cream cheese.

How should I store it after opening?

Keep it refrigerated, wrap the unused portion tightly in its foil or a sealed container, and use it within about a week. It also freezes, though the texture turns slightly crumbly after thawing.

Does it contain gums or stabilizers?

It is a standard pasteurized cream cheese made with milk and cream, salt and cheese cultures, with stabilizers to keep the texture consistent. Check the package for the current ingredient list if you avoid additives.

Two 8 oz bricks, 16 oz total. Each brick is individually foil-wrapped.

What do buyers say about the Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 60,341 ratings.

Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack

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Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack

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Last seen at $2.97 at Walmart on Nov 10.

Our take on the Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack

Great Value Cream Cheese is a plain cream cheese in 8 oz foil-wrapped bricks, sold here as a two-pack. It is a straightforward everyday block: smooth, spreadable and mild, meant for bagels, cheesecake, frostings, dips and sauces. It sits at the budget end of the cream cheese aisle, so it undercuts national brands like Philadelphia on what it offers rather than on any premium claim. With a 4.7 average across tens of thousands of ratings, most buyers treat it as a dependable staple rather than a standout.

Best forEveryday bagels and toastCheesecake and bakingCream cheese frostings and dipsStocking the fridge on a budget

Pros

Two 8 oz bricks, so one can be used while the other keeps
Smooth, spreadable texture straight from the fridge
Mild, creamy flavor that works in sweet and savory dishes
Foil-wrapped brick format is easy to portion
Widely available and a low-cost alternative to name brands

Cons

Thinner flavor and less tang than premium cream cheese
Can taste slightly gummy or flat in uncooked spreads
Foil wrapper can tear awkwardly when opening
Not a lower-fat or whipped option

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 560,341 ratings

Buyers rate it highly and mostly describe it as a reliable, good-value block that spreads well and bakes into cheesecake and frostings without trouble. The recurring complaint is that it lacks the tang and richness of the big-name brand.

What people mention

FlavorMixedBuyers find it mild and creamy but say it lacks the tang of premium cream cheese.
TexturePraisedMost say it spreads easily and blends smooth in baking and dips.
ValuePraisedReviewers repeatedly call it a dependable everyday staple for the money.
PackagingCriticisedSome complain the foil wrapper tears and is awkward to reseal.
BakingPraisedOwners report good results in cheesecake, frostings and creamy sauces.

About the Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack

Great Value Cream Cheese comes as two 8 oz blocks, 16 oz (1 lb) in total. It has a smooth texture and a rich, creamy flavor.

Use it for baking cheesecakes, spreading on bagels, and mixing into cream cheese frostings. It also works in dips, pasta sauces, and desserts.

Brand: Great Value
Form: Cream cheese brick (block)
Block size: 8 oz each
Count: 2 blocks per pack
Total size: 16 oz (1 lb), 453 g
Uses: Baking, bagels, frostings, dips, pasta sauces, desserts

Specifications

count_per_pack: 2Source
size: 16 OZ (1 LB) 453gSource

Questions and answers

How does it compare with Philadelphia?: It is milder and less tangy, with a slightly softer set. It costs less and works fine in baking and cooking, but on a plain bagel the difference is noticeable.
Can I use it for cheesecake?: Yes. It is a full-fat block cream cheese, so it beats into a smooth batter and sets properly. Let the bricks soften at room temperature first to avoid lumps.
Is this the same as whipped cream cheese?: No. These are firm blocks, not whipped tubs. You spread or beat them yourself, which makes them better for baking and recipes that call for brick cream cheese.
How should I store it after opening?: Keep it refrigerated, wrap the unused portion tightly in its foil or a sealed container, and use it within about a week. It also freezes, though the texture turns slightly crumbly after thawing.
Does it contain gums or stabilizers?: It is a standard pasteurized cream cheese made with milk and cream, salt and cheese cultures, with stabilizers to keep the texture consistent. Check the package for the current ingredient list if you avoid additives.
What is in the pack?: Two 8 oz bricks, 16 oz total. Each brick is individually foil-wrapped.
Where is the Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack cheapest?: At Walmart, for $2.97, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Great Value Cream Cheese Brick, 8 oz Block, 2 Pack?: Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 60,341 ratings.