TANGY DILL PICKLE CREAM CHEESE SPREAD Recipe
This Tangy Dill Pickle Cream Cheese Spread is a creamy delight bursting with the bold flavors of dill pickles and fresh herbs. Perfect for any gathering, this spread is a versatile addition to your appetizer repertoire, whether enjoyed with crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10-15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 10-15 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Spread:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
Dill Pickle Mixture:
- 2/3 cup diced dill pickles (about 6 spears)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- Salt, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Spread: Place softened cream cheese in a medium bowl.
- Mix Ingredients: Mix and fold with a spatula or spoon until fully combined and uniform.
- Season: Season with salt to taste. Add red pepper flakes if desired for heat.
- Serve: Serve immediately with bagels, crackers, or veggies, or chill for 30 minutes for a firmer spread.
Add diced dill pickles, pickle juice, and chopped fresh dill.
Notes
- Refrigerate the spread before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Use fresh ingredients like dill for the best taste.
- Customize with extra ingredients like green onions or grated cheese for added flair.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
