Hungarian Cheese Spread Liptauer
Rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor, Hungarian Cheese Spread Liptauer is a traditional spread that transforms simple ingredients into a true culinary delight. Made with tangy cream cheese, creamy butter, and aromatic spices like sweet paprika and ground caraway seeds, this spread is elevated by the addition of capers, Dijon mustard, and finely chopped shallots for a depth of flavor that's both savory and slightly tangy. Garnished with fresh chives, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect appetizer for entertaining or an easy snack to savor. Serve it chilled or at room temperature alongside crusty bread, crackers, or crisp vegetable slices for a versatile, European-inspired treat that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Discover the essence of Hungarian cuisine with this delightful and easy-to-make cheese spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Cream cheese
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Sweet paprika powder
- 2 teaspoons Capers
- 1 tablespoon Mustard (preferably Dijon)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped shallots
- 1 teaspoon Ground caraway seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives (for garnish)
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese and butter to come to room temperature for easier mixing.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese and butter. Use a fork or hand mixer to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
Add the sweet paprika powder, capers, mustard, chopped shallots, and ground caraway seeds to the bowl. Stir well to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed for your preferred flavor.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle the Liptauer with freshly chopped chives for garnish.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetable slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.2 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.5 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 2120 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 477 mg | 10% | |
*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.
