Hot Macadamia Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this indulgent Hot Macadamia Spread, a creamy and flavorful baked dip that’s perfect for sharing. Featuring a luxurious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan, this recipe is taken to the next level with the buttery crunch of macadamia nuts, a touch of garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Baked until golden and bubbly, this easy-to-make spread pairs beautifully with crackers or toasted bread slices for a crowd-pleasing delight. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a rich and satisfying snack, this dip is sure to impress. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a warm and comforting appetizer that's as quick to prepare as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup macadamia nuts
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz assorted crackers or toasted bread slices
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Roughly chop the macadamia nuts and set aside.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
Step 4
Stir in half of the chopped macadamia nuts, reserving the rest for topping.
Step 5
Lightly grease a small baking dish with the olive oil, then spread the mixture evenly into the dish.
Step 6
Sprinkle the remaining chopped macadamia nuts evenly over the top of the spread.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the spread is hot and bubbly, and the nuts are golden brown.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve the hot macadamia spread with assorted crackers or toasted bread slices for dipping or spreading.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (780.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3175.5 |
| Total Fat 257.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 90.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g | |
| Cholesterol 326.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4098.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 191.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.7g | |
| Protein 59.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 995.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1052.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories