Honey Pecan Cream Cheese
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this luxurious Honey Pecan Cream Cheese, a recipe that strikes the perfect balance between creamy, nutty, and sweet. Made with velvety cream cheese, golden honey, fragrant vanilla extract, and a touch of salt, this spread gets an irresistible crunch from toasted, chopped pecans. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make spread is perfect for smearing on bagels, pairing with crispy crackers, or serving alongside fresh fruit for an elegant brunch or party platter. Its combination of warm, nutty aromas and rich, sweet flavor ensures it will quickly become a household favorite. Whip it up today for a delightful addition to any meal or occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Toast the pecans: Preheat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pecans and toast them for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove them from the heat and allow them to cool completely before chopping into small pieces.
In a medium bowl, add the cream cheese and allow it to come to room temperature for easier mixing.
Add the honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
Fold in the chopped toasted pecans evenly using a spatula.
Transfer the Honey Pecan Cream Cheese to a serving dish or an airtight container. If not serving immediately, store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with bagels, crackers, or fresh fruit.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 114 mg | 2% | |
*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.
