Cream Cheese Kicker
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with the Cream Cheese Kicker, a bold and zesty dip that's as easy to make as it is addicting! This no-cook recipe combines silky cream cheese with the fiery punch of pickled jalapeños, bright lime juice, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, creating a creamy spread with just the right amount of heat. Fresh cilantro and a hint of garlic add vibrant, herbaceous notes, making it the perfect party appetizer or snack. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dip pairs perfectly with crackers, crunchy veggies, or warm bread. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a flavorful way to elevate your snack game, this make-ahead-friendly Cream Cheese Kicker is sure to be the star of your table! Keywords: Cream Cheese Kicker recipe, spicy dip, jalapeño cream cheese spread, easy appetizer, party dip recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 tbsp pickled jalapeños
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes to make mixing easier.
In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, pickled jalapeños, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, lime juice, cilantro, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula to blend the mixture until the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning, adding more lime juice, salt, or jalapeños for additional kick, if desired.
Transfer the Cream Cheese Kicker to a serving bowl and garnish with a pinch of smoked paprika and a few cilantro leaves for presentation.
Serve immediately with crackers, fresh vegetables, or bread. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to 3 days for future use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
821 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.5 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.9 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1901 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 437 mg | 9% | |
*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.
