Hungarian Cream Cheese Spread
Elevate your snacking game with this creamy and flavorful Hungarian Cream Cheese Spread, a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for any occasion. Made with velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and the smoky, sweet kick of authentic Hungarian paprika, this versatile spread is brimming with bold yet balanced flavors. Freshly chopped green onion, garlic, and parsley add a vibrant, herbaceous touch, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this savory delight can be served chilled with crusty bread, crackers, or crisp veggies—making it an irresistible addition to your appetizer spread or a simple snack to savor. Treat your taste buds to this Eastern European gem, and watch it become a crowd favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Cream cheese
- 60 grams Sour cream
- 2 teaspoons Sweet Hungarian paprika
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for 10 minutes to make mixing easier.
Finely chop the green onions, mince the garlic clove, and roughly chop the fresh parsley.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend until smooth.
Add the sweet Hungarian paprika, chopped green onion, minced garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the bowl.
Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is evenly seasoned.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or paprika if desired.
Transfer the spread to a serving dish and cover. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled with crusty bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.4 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.4 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 232 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 1863 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 545 mg | 12% | |
*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.
