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Amazing Cream Cheese Spread Recipe

Elevate your bagels, toast, and more with this incredibly versatile and flavorful cream cheese spread! Perfect for stuffed chicken breasts, cream cheese roll-ups, or chicken crescent packets – the possibilities are endless! This recipe is easily customizable; try adding fresh herbs like mint for an extra burst of flavor. Whip up a batch today and keep it in your fridge for a quick and delicious snack or meal addition any time!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 102.1 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amazing Cream Cheese Spread

  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño peppers
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves (optional)

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How to Make Amazing Cream Cheese Spread

  1. Place 8 ounces of softened cream cheese in a medium bowl.
  2. Finely chop 2 tablespoons of jalapeño peppers, 2 tablespoons of green onions, and 1/4 cup of cilantro.
  3. Add the chopped jalapeño, green onions, and cilantro to the bowl with the cream cheese.
  4. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until completely smooth and well combined.
  5. For an extra burst of flavor, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh mint leaves (optional).
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it chills, the better it tastes!
  7. Serve on bagels, toast, crackers, or use as a filling for chicken or other recipes. Store leftover spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

31g

Carbs

0g

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