What's in It Cheese Spread

Dive into a whirl of bold flavors with "What's in It Cheese Spread," the ultimate creamy and delicious appetizer that’s as versatile as it is easy to make. This no-cook recipe combines the smooth richness of cream cheese with the tangy kick of sharp cheddar, sour cream, and Dijon mustard, elevated by the savory depth of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and paprika. Finely chopped scallions bring a fresh touch, while optional hot sauce lets you add a hint of heat to suit your taste. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this cheese spread chills to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Perfect for entertaining or casual snacking, serve it with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks, or slather it on sandwiches for a gourmet twist. Whether you're hosting a party or planning an easy snack, this crowd-pleaser will keep everyone coming back for more! Keywords: cheese spread, easy appetizer, no-cook recipe, creamy dip, party spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 tbsp Sour cream
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp Scallions, finely chopped
• 0.5 tsp Hot sauce (optional)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator about 15 minutes before starting to allow it to soften to room temperature.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and sour cream.

Step 3

Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, Dijon mustard, and optional hot sauce to the bowl.

Step 4

Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula to mix the ingredients until the spread is smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Fold in the finely chopped scallions with a spatula and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix gently to incorporate.

Step 6

Transfer the cheese spread to a serving bowl or airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve cold or at room temperature with crackers, pretzels, sliced vegetables, or use as a spread for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(406.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1339.1

Total Fat 122.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 367.1mg	0%
Sodium 2295.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 44.1g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1091.8mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 563.5mg	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: 80.2%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 7.0%