Heart-Healthy Whipped Berry Cream Cheese
Delight your taste buds and promote heart health with this luscious Heart-Healthy Whipped Berry Cream Cheese. Crafted with low-fat cream cheese, fresh strawberries, blueberries, a touch of honey or maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this quick and easy spread is irresistibly light, airy, and bursting with fruity flavor, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, snacks, or party platters. Serve it generously atop whole-grain toast, as a dip for fresh fruit, or alongside crackers for a guilt-free treat. Perfect for making ahead, this spread keeps well in the fridge, allowing you to enjoy its vibrant taste for days. Try this heart-healthy twist on traditional cream cheese and savor every creamy, berry-filled bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Low-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 100 grams Fresh strawberries (hulled and diced)
- 50 grams Fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan substitution)
- 0.5 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the low-fat cream cheese. Ensure it is softened for easy blending.
Add the diced strawberries, blueberries, honey (or maple syrup if preferred), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the bowl.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the ingredients on medium speed until fully combined and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding a drizzle more honey or maple syrup if desired.
Transfer the whipped berry cream cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve as a spread on whole grain bread or crackers, or use it as a dip for fresh fruits. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
696 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1111 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.4 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 607 mg | 13% | |
*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.
