Cement compositions, and more particularly, cement compositions that include maltodextrin. An example is a cement composition that includes: a hydraulic cement, water, and an additive comprising maltodextrin. Another example is a cement composition that includes: a hydraulic cement, water, and an additive comprising maltodextrin and an organic acid. Another example is a cement composition that includes: a hydraulic cement, water, and an additive comprising maltodextrin and tartaric acid.