Garlic Herb Spread
Elevate your appetizers and snacks with this luscious Garlic Herb Spread, a creamy blend of unsalted butter, tangy cream cheese, and fragrant fresh herbs like parsley, chives, and thyme. This versatile spread is infused with the bold, irresistible flavor of minced garlic, balanced perfectly with a hint of lemon juice for a refreshing zest. Ready in just 15 minutes, this spread is ideal for entertaining and can be served with crusty bread, crackers, or as a gourmet addition to sandwiches and vegetable platters. With its silky texture and herbaceous flavor, this Garlic Herb Spread is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 113 grams Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Take the unsalted butter and cream cheese out of the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature to ensure they are soft and easy to mix.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened butter and cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a wooden spoon to beat them together until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the minced garlic, fresh parsley, chives, and thyme. Mix well to distribute the herbs evenly throughout the spread.
Add the salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the mixture. Stir to incorporate the seasonings fully.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or a touch more lemon juice according to your preference.
Transfer the garlic herb spread to a serving dish or an airtight container if not using immediately.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Bring to room temperature before serving for optimal spreadability.
Serve with fresh bread, crackers, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and vegetable platters.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.8 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.3 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1557 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 286 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.
