Low Carb Chive Cream Cheese

Elevate your snacking or breakfast game with this irresistibly creamy Low Carb Chive Cream Cheese! Bursting with the fresh, herbaceous flavor of finely chopped chives, this keto-friendly spread is perfectly balanced with a hint of garlic, a splash of citrusy lemon juice, and a touch of black pepper for subtle spice. Ready in just 10 minutes and made with simple ingredients, this homemade cream cheese is a low-carb delight that pairs beautifully with almond crackers, crunchy veggie sticks, or your favorite keto bagels. Whether you're whipping it up for a quick snack or a party platter, this versatile and customizable recipe is sure to become a fridge staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

8 ounces, softened cream cheese
2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh chives
0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese.

Step 2

Using a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped fresh chives to the cream cheese.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Pour in the lemon juice for a hint of brightness.

Step 6

Stir all the ingredients together until fully incorporated and the chives are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.

Step 8

Transfer the chive cream cheese to a serving bowl or a storage container.

Step 9

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for about 1 hour to let the flavors meld, if time permits.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(238.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	802.4

Total Fat 78.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 229.1mg	0%
Sodium 1303.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 14.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 228.4mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 332.5mg	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: 85.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 7.1%