Hungarian Cheese Spread Liptauer
Rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor, Hungarian Cheese Spread Liptauer is a traditional spread that transforms simple ingredients into a true culinary delight. Made with tangy cream cheese, creamy butter, and aromatic spices like sweet paprika and ground caraway seeds, this spread is elevated by the addition of capers, Dijon mustard, and finely chopped shallots for a depth of flavor that's both savory and slightly tangy. Garnished with fresh chives, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect appetizer for entertaining or an easy snack to savor. Serve it chilled or at room temperature alongside crusty bread, crackers, or crisp vegetable slices for a versatile, European-inspired treat that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Discover the essence of Hungarian cuisine with this delightful and easy-to-make cheese spread!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Cream cheese
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Sweet paprika powder
- 2 teaspoons Capers
- 1 tablespoon Mustard (preferably Dijon)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped shallots
- 1 teaspoon Ground caraway seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Allow the cream cheese and butter to come to room temperature for easier mixing.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese and butter. Use a fork or hand mixer to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Add the sweet paprika powder, capers, mustard, chopped shallots, and ground caraway seeds to the bowl. Stir well to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 4
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed for your preferred flavor.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Before serving, sprinkle the Liptauer with freshly chopped chives for garnish.
Step 7
Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetable slices.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (298.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1106.0 |
| Total Fat 113.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 65.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 312.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2120.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.5g | |
| Protein 14.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 243.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 477.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories