Smoky Cream Cheese As a Dip or for Many Other Uses

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Smoky Cream Cheese Dip, a creamy, flavor-packed spread that effortlessly doubles as a versatile condiment. Featuring velvety cream cheese infused with the bold richness of smoked paprika, a touch of liquid smoke, and the comforting savory notes of garlic and onion powder, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of smoky and savory goodness. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it's a breeze to whip up for any occasion. Garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color, this dip pairs beautifully with crackers, vegetable sticks, or chips, and can also be used as a delectable spread for sandwiches or wraps. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking to upgrade your everyday meals, this crowd-pleaser will quickly become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1.5 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Liquid smoke
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator about 15–20 minutes before starting to allow it to soften for easier mixing.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, liquid smoke, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Using a spatula or a hand mixer on low speed, blend the ingredients thoroughly until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 4

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more smoked paprika for a stronger smoky flavor or a pinch more salt to enhance the balance.

Step 5

Transfer the dip to a serving dish and optionally garnish with chopped fresh chives for a pop of color and freshness.

Step 6

Serve immediately with crackers, vegetable sticks, chips, or use as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.

Step 7

For optimal flavor, cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours to let the flavors meld together, then let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(240.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	816.1

Total Fat 78.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 229.1mg	0%
Sodium 1312.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.4mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 417.8mg	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: 84.5%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 8.2%