Ginger Cheese Recipe

Indulge in this delightful creamy ginger cheese dip – the perfect sweet and spicy appetizer! This easy-to-make recipe combines tangy cream cheese with warming ginger, creating a sensational flavor combination. Serve chilled with crunchy gingersnaps or your favorite cookies for a truly unforgettable treat. Prepare it ahead and let it chill for maximum flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 485 mins
Calories 897 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ginger Cheese

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How to Make Ginger Cheese

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 8 ounces of cream cheese (softened) and 1/2 cup of half-and-half.
  2. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until completely smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of finely grated fresh ginger (or 1 tablespoon ground ginger). Taste and adjust to your preferred level of ginger spice.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle with 1/4 cup of slivered almonds.
  6. Serve chilled with gingersnaps or your favorite cookies. Enjoy!
  7. Yield: Approximately 1 cup

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

262g

Carbs

3g

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