Frugal Gourmet's Piping Cheese

Elevate your snack game with the irresistibly creamy and budget-friendly “Frugal Gourmet’s Piping Cheese.” This quick and easy recipe combines tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a touch of sour cream for a decadent base, while garlic and onion powder, a hint of cayenne, and freshly chopped chives deliver bold, savory flavor. Perfectly smooth and spreadable, this versatile cheese mixture can be piped onto crackers, toast points, or even stuffed into mini bell peppers for an elegant, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a flavorful and frugal solution for entertaining or satisfying your snack cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 0.125 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for mild heat)
• 1 tbsp Fresh chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and softened butter.

Step 2

Using an electric mixer or a wooden spoon, beat the mixture until smooth and fully combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl if necessary.

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 4

Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference. Add more cayenne pepper for heat or additional chives for a fresh, herby note.

Step 5

Transfer the cheese mixture to a piping bag fitted with your favorite decorative tip. Alternatively, use a resealable plastic bag with a small corner snipped off.

Step 6

Pipe the cheese onto crackers, toast points, or into hollowed-out vegetables like mini bell peppers or cherry tomatoes. Garnish with fresh chives if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a snack or appetizer, or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Allow to come to room temperature for easier piping before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(429.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1562.7

Total Fat 148.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 439.8mg	0%
Sodium 2066.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 44.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1110.0mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 452.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.3%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 5.6%