Roasted Garlic Cheese Spread
Transform your appetizer game with this indulgent Roasted Garlic Cheese Spread, a creamy and flavorful dip that’s sure to impress at your next gathering. Featuring golden, caramelized roasted garlic blended with tangy cream cheese, nutty Parmesan, and a hint of fresh parsley, this spread strikes the perfect balance of richness and zest. Enhanced with a splash of lemon juice and a touch of black pepper, every bite delivers a pop of bold, savory goodness. Ready in under an hour with just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy yet elegant addition to your entertaining repertoire. Serve it alongside crackers, toasted baguettes, or crisp veggies for the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. This versatile spread is not only irresistible but also refrigerator-friendly, making it perfect for make-ahead hosting!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut off the top 1/4 inch of the garlic head to expose the cloves. Place the garlic on a piece of aluminum foil and drizzle it with 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Wrap the foil around the garlic to create a sealed packet.
Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
Remove the roasted garlic from the oven and let it cool until you can handle it. Squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of the skins into a small bowl and mash them into a paste with a fork.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mashed roasted garlic, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the cheese spread to a serving dish and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1287 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.2 g | 281% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 271 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 1687 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 640 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 676 mg | 14% | |
*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.
