Chive and Onion Cream Cheese
Elevate your snack game with this creamy, zesty Chive and Onion Cream Cheese recipe that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring softened cream cheese blended with fresh, finely chopped chives and green onions, a hint of garlic powder for depth, and a splash of lemon juice for brightness, this flavorful spread is perfectly balanced with salt and freshly ground black pepper. The recipe is a breeze to whip up and requires no cooking—just mix, chill, and serve. Ideal for slathering on bagels, scooping up with crackers, or pairing with crisp veggies, this homemade spread is a delicious upgrade from store-bought alternatives. Whether for brunch, snacking, or entertaining, this creamy creation is sure to impress while adding a touch of gourmet flair to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3 tbsp fresh chives (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp green onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese.
Add the finely chopped chives, green onions, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Using a spatula or hand mixer, mix all the ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
Taste test the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the chive and onion cream cheese to a serving dish or airtight container if storing.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Serve chilled with bagels, crackers, or fresh veggies. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1330 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 272 mg | 6% | |
*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.
