Smoked Salmon Party Loaf
Indulge your guests with the luxurious flavors of this Smoked Salmon Party Loaf—a stunning appetizer that's as elegant as it is easy to make. This no-bake showstopper combines velvety cream cheese, rich smoked salmon, tangy sour cream, and a burst of freshness from chopped dill, zesty lemon juice, and briny capers. Enhanced with a touch of gelatin for the perfect sliceable texture, this chilled delight is crafted in just 30 minutes of prep and beautifully set in a loaf pan. Garnished with vibrant herbs and served alongside crackers or bread slices, this savory spread will become the highlight of your next gathering. Perfect for impressing at holiday parties, brunches, or any festive occasion, it’s a sophisticated crowd-pleaser your guests won’t soon forget!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 16 ounces Cream cheese
- 12 ounces Smoked salmon
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Capers
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 1 tablespoon Gelatin powder
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 package Crackers or bread slices
Instructions
Chop the fresh dill finely and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Blend until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or wooden spoon.
Finely dice the smoked salmon and red onion. Fold them into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution.
Add the lemon juice, chopped dill, and capers. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
In a small saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin powder over 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
Gently heat the gelatin mixture over low heat, stirring until it dissolves completely.
Let the gelatin mixture cool for 1 to 2 minutes, then stir it into the salmon and cream cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly to ensure the gelatin is evenly incorporated.
Line a standard loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving extra wrap hanging over the edges for easy removal.
Pour the salmon mixture into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Cover the top with the overhanging plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set completely.
Once set, remove the loaf from the pan by lifting the plastic wrap. Place it on a serving platter.
Garnish with extra fresh dill or capers if desired. Serve with crackers or bread slices for spreading.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.2 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.9 g | 630% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 651 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 4694 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 109.5 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 58.2 mcg | 291% | |
| Calcium | 834 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1409 mg | 30% | |
*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.
