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Strawberry Cream Cheese

Strawberry cream cheese on a bagel.

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This strawberry cream cheese recipe is full of real strawberry flavor and is healthier than storebought. This strawberry spread is perfect for bagels and toast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 8-ounce block of cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, blended into a powder
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves or jam

Instructions

  1. Soften a block of cream cheese on the counter at room temperature or microwave for 10 seconds at a time until the cream cheese is slightly soft to the touch. Do not microwave cream cheese for too long so it does not become hot.
  2. Use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until light, fluffy and smooth. About 2 minutes. 
  3. Use a blender or food processor to blitz the freeze-dried strawberries until they resemble fine dust. 
  4. Add honey and strawberry powder to the whipped cream cheese and beat to combine. 
  5. Swirl a dollop of strawberry preserves throughout the cream cheese. Do not fully combine so you can visibly see the swirl of jam.
  6. Store the strawberry cream cheese spread in an airtight container in the fridge for 7-10 days.

Notes

  • See the blog post for more tips and details on how to customize this recipe.
  • Let the cream cheese come to room temperature or microwave for 10-second intervals until just softened. Do not overheat. This step is crucial so you don't end up with a lumpy cream cheese spread.
  • To make this recipe vegan (and/or dairy-free), use a vegan block of cream cheese and substitute the honey for pure maple syrup.