Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese Recipe

A creamy, dreamy, and utterly delicious vegetarian take on the classic Liptauer cheese! This recipe, adapted from Anna Thomas's "The Vegetarian Epicure" (1972), is perfect for parties or a cozy night in. Serve with crusty black bread, crackers, fresh vegetables, or alongside your favorite soup for an unforgettable flavor experience. This vibrant spread is easy to make and guaranteed to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 179.7 kcal

Protein 16g

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Ingredients for Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese

Ricotta Cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
French Mustard
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
Currants
Capers
Pinch salt
Pinch fresh ground black pepper
Black Olives
1 teaspoon paprika, plus extra for sprinkling
2 hard-boiled eggs
Several thin slices pimientos
8 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped pitted green olives

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How to Make Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese

In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter until completely smooth and creamy.
Stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts, 2 tablespoons of finely chopped onion, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of caraway seeds, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Gently fold in 1/4 cup of chopped pitted green olives.
Transfer the mixture to a small serving dish, shaping it into a mound.
Sprinkle the top generously with extra paprika.
Garnish the mound with 2 hard-boiled eggs, thinly sliced, and several thin slices of pimento.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

Fat

44g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese?

Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese?

Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese has approximately 179.7 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese?

The key ingredients for Vegetarian Liptauer Cheese are Ricotta Cheese, Butter, French Mustard, Caraway Seeds, Currants, Capers. See the full list with measurements above.