Herbed Cream Cheese

Elevate your next snack or brunch spread with this irresistible Herbed Cream Cheese recipe! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh chives, parsley, and dill, this creamy, tangy spread is perfectly seasoned with hints of garlic, onion, and a touch of zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook recipe is as easy as it is versatile. Serve it chilled as a luxurious spread for bagels, a flavorful dip for crisp vegetables, or a companion to your favorite crackers. With its fresh ingredients and rich texture, this homemade herbed cream cheese is sure to impress at any gathering. Perfect for appetizers, breakfast, or an indulgent snack!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by ensuring that the cream cheese is softened at room temperature to make mixing easier.

Step 2

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

Step 3

3. Add the finely chopped chives, parsley, and dill to the bowl with the cream cheese.

Step 4

4. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.

Step 5

5. Pour in the lemon juice to add a hint of acidity and freshness.

Step 6

6. Using a spatula, mix all the ingredients together until well combined and the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.

Step 7

7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 8

8. Transfer the herbed cream cheese to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld together.

Step 9

9. Serve cold as a spread for bagels, crackers, or use as a dip for fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	247.8 grams (247.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	818

Total Fat 79.50g	102%
Saturated Fat 47.80g	239%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 251mg	84%
Sodium 1335mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 16.50g	6%
Dietary Fiber 0.90g	3%
Total Sugars 8.40g
Protein 15.40g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260mg	20%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 346mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.9%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 7.8%