Pineapple Apricot Cheese Spread
Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, this Pineapple Apricot Cheese Spread is the perfect blend of tropical flavors and velvety smoothness. Made with rich cream cheese, vibrant crushed pineapple, and finely chopped dried apricots, this 15-minute no-cook recipe is lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and finished with a hint of vanilla. Optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch, making it an ideal appetizer for parties, brunch spreads, or casual snacking. Serve it chilled with crackers, fresh fruit, or crusty bread to elevate any occasion with its fruity, luxurious charm. Perfect for entertaining or a treat-yourself moment, this spread is bursting with flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Crushed pineapple, drained
- 0.5 cup Dried apricots, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.33 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
- 0.125 tsp Salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and powdered sugar.
Using a hand mixer or a whisk, blend the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the drained crushed pineapple, finely chopped dried apricots, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
If desired, mix in the chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and for the spread to firm up.
Before serving, give the spread a gentle stir and transfer it to a serving bowl. Pair with crackers, sliced fruit, or bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.9 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1628 mg | 35% | |
*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.
