Cream cheese substitute: Goat Cheese Best known by the well-known brand name Boursin, this simple yet efficient French cream cheese is an excellent substitute for most other cream cheeses when creating a tasty spread or snack. It is also an excellent substitute for cream cheese when preparing a savory dip, sandwich or bread spread. Spread it onto an everything bagel or crackers for an invigorating, sharp blend. Crumble it over a hot dog or open tortilla shell for a spicy, gooey taste. If melted, it makes a delicious accompaniment to soups and stews.
Baby Gervais Cheese
Baby Gervais is a simple, white, cream cheese that is considered by many to be one of the finest of all cheese types. It may be substituted with another variety of cheese depending on your personal preference, but you will not want to substitute it for Boursin. This cheese goes by a variety of names including goat cheese, gourmet, and Swiss, but whatever you call it, you will want to use it sparingly, if at all. It may be used in a number of recipes, but if you are looking for an authentic, gourmet recipe, use Boursin.
Low-fat Yogurt/ cultured cream
Yogurt is a good substitute if you are not allergic to the original brand. The yogurt is lower in calories and will help eliminate the empty calories in your diet. Low-fat yogurt is also a good substitute if you are trying to cut back on fatty foods in your diet, because yogurt is low in saturated fats, which are considered unhealthy.
Apple Cider Vinegar/Candy:
If you are having problems breaking down your food at mealtime due to allergies or a sensitivity to one of the ingredients, consider using this as a food replacement. Apple Cider Vinegar has a slightly sweet flavor and can be substituted for cream cheese in some recipes. It has a faint acetic flavor, which some people do not like. However, others may find the vinegar a welcome addition to their cuisine.
Salt and Garlic Powder:
Another great substitute is to use salt and garlic powder. The great thing about this seasoning is that it has a slight salty flavor. Although it is not the same as cream cheese, using it in a recipe and leaving the other ingredients the same as the recipe calls for will increase the nutritional yeast content in your recipe without increasing the saturated fat or calorie.
Coconut Oil:
If you add coconut oil to a recipe, you will definitely see a difference in the taste of the final product. Coconut oil is very high in healthy fats and protein, which means that it can actually boost the immune system and help reduce symptoms of allergies and other health issues. It also helps to provide your body with healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Coconut oil is a great fat replacement you can use in place of regular cream cheese and ice cream because it does not clog your arteries, like regular cream cheese contains.
Low-fat and vegan yogurt:
For the lactose intolerant and those who don’t care for cream, non-dairy yogurt is a great option. This type of yogurt is made with live cultures and microorganisms that help to grow bacteria within the yogurt. These beneficial bacteria are what helps to create the creamy, cheesy flavor and texture. Many people are turning to non-dairy yogurt as a dietary replacement for people who do not care for dairy. Since many people believe that non-dairy yogurt contains too much sugar, replacing your dairy with this kind of non-dairy yogurt can help to reduce your overall calorie intake. To make the most out of this substitution, add low-fat milk or reduced-calorie cream cheese and hummus.
Cheese and dessert:
With so many recipes available for cheesecakes, tortes, cookies and other desserts, there are almost no limits as to how many recipes you can try. These easy-to-make recipes are also good for you. Since the cheese and cream already come in small portions, you will not feel hungry during the entire meal. You can have several dessert recipes at once while still losing weight!
