Is Cream Cheese vegan?
Depends
Dairy cream cheese is not vegan, but plant-based versions are widely available.
What it is
Soft fresh cheese made from cream and milk.
Why depends
Conventional is dairy. Plant versions (Kite Hill, Tofutti, Violife, Miyoko's) use cashew, almond or coconut bases.
Where you'll find it
- Bagels
- Cheesecakes
- Frostings
- Dips
Vegan alternatives
- Kite Hill almond cream cheese
- Violife
- Miyoko's
FAQ
- Do vegan cream cheeses bake well in cheesecake?
- Tofutti and Violife both set well; cashew-based versions give the creamiest texture.
Sources
Last reviewed June 4, 2026