Herbed Cream Cheese
Elevate your next snack or brunch spread with this irresistible Herbed Cream Cheese recipe! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh chives, parsley, and dill, this creamy, tangy spread is perfectly seasoned with hints of garlic, onion, and a touch of zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook recipe is as easy as it is versatile. Serve it chilled as a luxurious spread for bagels, a flavorful dip for crisp vegetables, or a companion to your favorite crackers. With its fresh ingredients and rich texture, this homemade herbed cream cheese is sure to impress at any gathering. Perfect for appetizers, breakfast, or an indulgent snack!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by ensuring that the cream cheese is softened at room temperature to make mixing easier.
Step 2
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese.
Step 3
3. Add the finely chopped chives, parsley, and dill to the bowl with the cream cheese.
Step 4
4. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
Step 5
5. Pour in the lemon juice to add a hint of acidity and freshness.
Step 6
6. Using a spatula, mix all the ingredients together until well combined and the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
Step 7
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Step 8
8. Transfer the herbed cream cheese to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld together.
Step 9
9. Serve cold as a spread for bagels, crackers, or use as a dip for fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (247.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 817.5 |
| Total Fat 79.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 47.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 251.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1334.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.4g | |
| Protein 15.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 260.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 346.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories