How to Use full-fat in a Sentence

full-fat

adjective
  • Use block-style, full-fat cream cheese in this dip for the best results.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Opt for full-fat, but low-fat can also be used if needed.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Yogurt, for instance, was once just full-fat or non-fat.
    Lauren Manaker, Health, 16 June 2023
  • In a pinch, Greek or full-fat yogurt makes an okay substitute.
    Christopher Michel, Country Living, 15 Aug. 2023
  • To keep the cake moist, Bundt cakes often call for full-fat ingredients in the batter.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 9 Sep. 2023
  • So Delicious makes dairy-free ice cream from full-fat coconut milk.
    Julie Upton, Health, 5 July 2023
  • Choose healthy sources of protein, such as plants (legumes and nuts), fish and seafood, and low-fat or fat-free dairy products instead of full-fat dairy products.
    Linda Carroll, NBC News, 27 Apr. 2023
  • If yogurt is their favorite, look for a high-protein option like Greek or full-fat, whole-milk yogurt.
    Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2024
  • But that doesn’t mean all full-fat dairy products will reduce risk; some, such as milk and yogurt, have a neutral relationship to the disease.
    Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Look for keto smoothie recipes with fat, like full-fat coconut milk, heavy cream, or coconut oil, for example.
    Women's Health, 27 Feb. 2023
  • At 12 months of age, it’s recommended that infants switch from formula to full-fat cow’s milk, along with solid foods.
    Lainey Younkin, Ms, Rd, Parents, 15 Mar. 2024
  • No bake cheesecake filling Cream cheese: To ensure perfect results, use blocks of real, full-fat cream cheese, not whipped cream cheese or the spreadable cream cheese sold in tubs.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 19 July 2024
  • Sweets, full-fat dairy, fatty meats, and sugary beverages are also kept to a minimum.
    Sarah Garone, Health, 28 Oct. 2023
  • Whole milk was satisfying and fulfilling as only full-fat things can be.
    Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024
  • For savory dishes, try mixing a tablespoon of mayo with a tablespoon of full-fat Greek yogurt.
    Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2024
  • To reduce saturated fat, avoid full-fat dairy and butter when cooking your oatmeal.
    Karina Tolentino, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Having a full-fat version of Windows has benefits, like downloading and installing Windows apps with ease.
    PCMAG, 10 May 2024
  • Modified versions of the diet may include full-fat dairy, potatoes, wine, and dark chocolate in moderation, says Bobzien.
    Women's Health, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Recent research shows that whole milk dairy products may be linked to a lower risk of obesity and Type 2 diabetes, and there’s some evidence that a small amount of full-fat milk products could even be heart healthy.
    Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 13 June 2025
  • Recent research shows that whole milk dairy products may be linked to a lower risk of obesity and Type 2 diabetes, and there’s some evidence that a small amount of full-fat milk products could even be heart healthy.
    Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024
  • Fat content: While both types are available in non-fat, low-fat, and full-fat varieties, Greek yogurt usually contains slightly more fat than plain yogurt.
    Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 29 Oct. 2024
  • But like full-fat milk, soda, red meat and other former heroes of the American diet, ice cream has been scrutinized for its impact on health and the environment.
    Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN, 16 July 2023
  • For example, cheddar cheese has higher fat, protein, calcium, and cholesterol than feta cheese or full-fat cottage cheese.
    Merve Ceylan, Health, 24 July 2024
  • Every day staples like whole milk, heavy cream, full-fat cheese, butter, ice cream and most red meats may cause additional gastrointestinal distress for someone on Ozempic.
    Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 4 July 2023
  • Double down on coconut: A blitz torte traditionally calls for whole milk, but full-fat coconut milk works beautifully in this coconut version.
    Jessie Sheehan, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Thickeners: Lower-fat cottage cheese is more likely to contain thickeners like carrageenan and guar gum, but these additives are also in some full-fat cottage cheeses.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 23 June 2025
  • People on the carnivore diet generally consume foods including meat, fish, eggs, organ meat, bone marrow, full-fat dairy and animal fats like lard.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
  • Freezing any form of cottage cheese will still result in some texture changes, but full-fat cottage cheese will retain its flavor better.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Opt for low- or full-fat for the best flavor.
    Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026
  • The new food pyramid emphasizes full-fat dairy, Mokari said.
    Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026

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