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This statistic compares the market shares of Philadelphia cream cheese in the United States with private label brands in this dairy product category in 2014. Philadelphia held a ** percent market share of the cream cheese segment in the United States. Philadelphia is owned by the Kraft Foods group.

Cream Cheese

Cream cheese is a dairy product category; it is most often made from cow's milk, but other varieties such as sheep's cream cheese also exist. Cream cheese can easily be made at home; consumers can also purchase their dairy products in the aisles of their retailers. The various uses of cream cheese range from bagels to crackers and can serve as a base for sauces. Additionally, cheese is a good option for making cakes, frosting, and desserts.

In the retail environment, consumers can find national cream cheese brands like Philadelphia and other private label names. Philadelphia was by far the leader in its category in the United States in 2014, capturing about ** percent market share. Philadelphia is owned by the Kraft Foods group, headquartered in Northfield, Illinois. Their product portfolio includes traditional spreadable cream cheeses and flavored cream cheese options. Recently, the company launched its first bacon-flavored spreadable cream cheese.

Regarding baking, cream cheese is often used as one of the ingredients in one of the most popular American dishes of all time, New York-style cheesecake. According to the Kraft Foods group, consumers rated the taste of cream cheese fillings made with Philadelphia higher than those made with its competitors.