Pesto Cream Cheese Spread
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Pesto Cream Cheese Spread! This quick and easy recipe pairs tangy cream cheese with vibrant basil pesto, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of Parmesan for a perfectly balanced dip or spread that's ready in just 10 minutes. Enhanced with a hint of garlic, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of seasoning, this spread boasts a luxurious texture and bold flavors perfect for entertaining or everyday indulgence. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing appetizer with crackers, fresh veggies, or bagels, or use it as a rich spread for sandwiches and wraps. It’s a versatile, no-cook dish that’s sure to impress, with minimal prep time and maximum flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons basil pesto
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes for easier mixing.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and basil pesto. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or hand mixer until well incorporated.
Add the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until fully blended and smooth.
Drizzle in the olive oil and give the mixture one final stir to enhance its creamy texture.
Transfer the Pesto Cream Cheese Spread to a serving dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Serve immediately as a spread for crackers, bagels, or fresh vegetables, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese or a drizzle of additional pesto for extra flair before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.1 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1755 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 615 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.
