Yummy Cream Cheese Spread
Creamy, tangy, and loaded with flavor, this Yummy Cream Cheese Spread is the perfect versatile addition to your snack or breakfast table. Whipped together in just 10 minutes, this easy homemade spread combines smooth cream cheese, sour cream, fragrant garlic and onion powders, fresh chives, and a hint of dill for a savory punch. The result is a velvety, herb-infused spread that’s ideal for slathering on bagels, pairing with crunchy crackers, or serving alongside fresh veggies. Whether used as a dip, a sandwich topper, or a party appetizer, this make-ahead recipe is as customizable as it is delicious. Perfect for gatherings or everyday indulgence, it’s a simple yet satisfying treat that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes so it is easier to mix.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
4. Stir all ingredients together using a spatula or a wooden spoon until evenly combined.
5. Taste the spread and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or dill for your desired flavor.
6. Once the mixture is well combined, transfer it to a serving dish.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Enjoy with bagels, crackers, fresh veggies, or use as a sandwich spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.3 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.4 g | 247% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 263 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*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.
