Obazda
Transport your taste buds to Bavaria with Obazda, the quintessential German cheese spread that’s a must-have at beer gardens and cozy gatherings. Creamy Camembert takes the spotlight, mashed and blended with butter, cream cheese, and a hint of beer for a touch of authenticity. Aromatic caraway seeds, paprika powder, and black pepper lend depth and warmth to the spread, while finely chopped onions and chives provide a delightful crunch and pop of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, Obazda is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for serving with traditional pretzels or hearty rye bread. Whether you’re hosting an Oktoberfest celebration or simply craving a unique appetizer, this Bavarian classic is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Camembert cheese
- 60 grams Butter
- 60 grams Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Paprika powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small, finely chopped Onion
- 2 tablespoons Beer
- 1 tablespoon, finely chopped Chives
Instructions
Begin by removing the camembert cheese and butter from the refrigerator to bring them to room temperature for easier mixing.
In a mixing bowl, break the camembert cheese into small chunks. You can use a fork or your hands for this.
Add the softened butter and cream cheese to the bowl with the camembert cheese.
Using a fork, mash and mix the cheeses and butter together until you achieve a smooth, combined mixture.
Add paprika powder, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix well to incorporate the spices evenly.
Fold in the finely chopped onion and beer into the cheese mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more paprika or pepper according to your preference.
Refrigerate the obazda for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, let the obazda sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Garnish with finely chopped chives and serve with pretzels or rye bread. Enjoy your Bavarian cheese spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.8 g | 389% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 3204 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1085 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*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.
