Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese Spread
Elevate your snack game with this Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese Spread, a creamy, flavorful delight that comes together in just 10 minutes! Featuring fresh parsley, chives, and dill, this spread bursts with vibrant, herby goodness, perfectly complemented by the bold kick of minced garlic and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Softened cream cheese provides a luxuriously smooth base, while a touch of salt and pepper adds the perfect seasoning. Ideal as a dip for crisp vegetables, a topping for bagels, or a spread for crackers, this recipe is versatile and guaranteed to impress. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make and tastes even better after the flavors meld in the fridge. Perfect for parties, brunches, or everyday snacking, this homemade cream cheese spread is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to soften.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, minced garlic, parsley, chives, and dill.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Mix well using a spatula or a hand mixer until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the spread is smooth.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your preference.
Transfer the garlic and herb cream cheese spread to a serving dish or an airtight container if storing for later.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature with bagels, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1334 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 346 mg | 7% | |
*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.
