What about cheesecake? Yes, you can eat cheesecake made with Philadelphia cream cheese! It’s baked (which kills any potential nasties) and it’s basically a delivery system for joy. Just skip the raw egg versions (like no-bake fillings with uncooked eggs).
Pro tip: If you’re craving a cheesecake, make one yourself using pasteurized cream cheese and cooked filling. Then eat a slice in your pajamas at 10 a.m. because you’re pregnant, and rules don’t apply when it comes to cake.
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The Bottom Line: You’re Not a High-Risk Zone
Your pregnancy diet is not a list of “noes.” It’s a list of “heck yes, with a little caution.” Philadelphia cheese? Heck yes. The only thing you need to avoid is the fear that makes you miss out on life’s simple pleasures.
So go ahead, grab that tub of classic Philadelphia, spread it thick on a toasted English muffin, and take a big, satisfying bite. You’ve earned it—both as a soon-to-be parent and as a human who just wants a creamy snack.
