Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread, 12 oz
Last price we saw
Prices change often: ask the agent below to check today's price at every store.
Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.
Check today's price at Hy-VeeAsk our agent about this product
It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.
Price facts
- Last seen at $3.97 at Hy-Vee on Nov 10.
Our take on the Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread, 12 oz
Philadelphia Original is the benchmark spreadable cream cheese: fresh milk and real cream, no artificial preservatives, flavors or dyes, and a soft texture that spreads straight from the fridge. It is milder and looser than block cream cheese, so it shines on bagels, toast and dips but sets less firmly in baked cheesecakes. Rivals like store brands undercut it on richness, and whipped tubs are lighter still; Philly keeps its edge on consistent flavor and clean ingredients.
- Soft enough to spread cold, no softening wait
- Clean ingredient list: milk, cream, no artificial preservatives or dyes
- Consistent, mildly tangy flavor batch to batch
- Versatile in both savory and sweet recipes
- Resealable 12 oz tub keeps well in the fridge door
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread, 12 oz prices at every store
- WalmartNew
Out of stock
$5.78+ $5.99 shippingChecked 3 h ago
Also available at
- DoorDashCheck price at DoorDash
- Hy-VeeCheck price at Hy-Vee
Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread, 12 oz price history
Lowest price we've seen: $3.97 on Nov 10 at Hy-Vee. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.
What reviewers say
- 4.8 / 54,764 ratings
Owners rate it very highly and treat it as the default cream cheese, praising the creamy texture and clean taste. Complaints center on the softer, lighter set compared with block cream cheese and on the short window after opening.
- TexturePraisedBuyers like that it spreads cold without tearing a bagel.
- TastePraisedReviewers describe a mild, creamy tang that works in sweet and savory dishes.
Questions and answers
- Is this the same as Philadelphia block cream cheese?
- No. This is a spread: softer, lighter and easier to spread cold. The block is denser and firmer, which is why it is the better choice for baked cheesecake and frosting that must hold shape.
- Can I use it in cheesecake or frosting?
- For no-bake fillings and quick frostings it works, but it will not set as firmly as block cream cheese. For a baked cheesecake that must slice cleanly, use the block.
- How long does it keep after opening?
- Best quality is within 10 days of opening, kept refrigerated. Do not freeze it, since freezing makes it grainy and watery once thawed.
- Is it healthy?
- A 2 tbsp serving has 80 calories, 7 g fat and 4.5 g saturated fat, with 2 g protein and 1 g sugar. It fits a normal diet in modest amounts; watch the saturated fat if that is a concern.
- What is in the tub?
- One 12 oz tub of spreadable cream cheese, about 7 two-tablespoon servings. It is not a multipack.
- Does it contain artificial preservatives or dyes?
- No. Philadelphia states it is free from artificial preservatives, flavors and dyes, made with fresh milk and real cream.
- What do buyers say about the Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread, 12 oz?
