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Light whipping cream calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of light whipping cream contains 292 calories, with 2.2 g of protein, 3 g of carbohydrate and 30.9 g of fat. It provides 3 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its calories come from fat.
Where the calories come from
Protein 3% Carbs 4% Fat 93%
How light whipping cream compares
Per 100 g, against the closest dairy in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light whipping cream | 292 kcal | 2.2 g | 3 g | 30.9 g |
| Creme fraiche | 292 kcal | 2 g | 3 g | 30 g |
| Cream cheese spread | 295 kcal | 7.1 g | 3.5 g | 28.6 g |
| Chocolate covered ice cream bar | 303 kcal | 5.6 g | 11.9 g | 25.8 g |
| Heavy cream | 340 kcal | 2.8 g | 2.8 g | 36.1 g |
Nutrition facts for light whipping cream
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 292 kcal |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 3 g |
| Fat | 30.9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Saturated fat | 19.3 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in light whipping cream
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 279 µg | 31% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.13 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.88 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 61 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 µg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.8 mg | 3% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common light whipping cream servings
How many calories in a portion of light whipping cream — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (15 g) | 43.8 kcal | 0.3 g | 0.5 g | 4.6 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 292 kcal | 2 g | 3 g | 31 g |
| 1 cup, whipped (120 g) | 350 kcal | 3 g | 4 g | 37 g |
| 1 cup, fluid (239 g) | 698 kcal | 5 g | 7 g | 74 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in light whipping cream?
Light whipping cream has 292 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in light whipping cream?
Light whipping cream contains 2.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How much sugar is in light whipping cream?
Light whipping cream contains 3 g of sugar per 100 g. Nutrition values are reference figures; brands and preparation change the real amount, so weigh and log what you actually eat.
Is light whipping cream low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Light whipping cream has 3 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Are these light whipping cream calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #170858 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
