Spice Up the Party Ham Spread
Bring bold flavors to your next gathering with the irresistible "Spice Up the Party Ham Spread." This easy and creamy appetizer combines the savory richness of cooked ham and cream cheese with a zesty kick from Dijon mustard and pickled jalapeños. Smoked paprika and garlic powder add a subtle smoky depth, while fresh green onions offer a bright pop of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for spreading on crackers, baguette slices, or even serving as a sandwich filling. Make it ahead and let the flavors meld in the fridge for an even tastier experience. Packed with vibrant spices and a hint of heat, this ham spread is sure to be the star of your party table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked ham
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Pickled jalapeños, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Roughly chop the cooked ham into small pieces and place it in a food processor.
Add the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard to the food processor.
Pulse the mixture until the ham is finely diced and fully incorporated with the cream cheese. The texture should be smooth but still have a bit of chunkiness.
Add the pickled jalapeños, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Pulse a few more times to blend the spices evenly.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and fold in the chopped green onions by hand.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add extra salt, pepper, or jalapeños if you prefer more spice.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. You can refrigerate it longer for an even better taste.
Serve the ham spread with crackers, toasted baguette slices, fresh veggies, or as a filling for sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.1 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.4 g | 297% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 582 mg | 194% | |
| Sodium | 8332 mg | 362% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 123.4 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1790 mg | 38% | |
*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.
