Best 11 Heavenly Herb Cream Cheese Spread Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our exquisite heavenly herb cream cheese spread, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile spread is a perfect accompaniment to crackers, bread, and vegetables, adding a touch of elegance to any gathering. With its smooth and creamy texture, this heavenly spread is a culinary masterpiece. Explore our collection of recipes featuring this delectable spread, including a classic herb cream cheese spread, a zesty lemon herb cream cheese spread, and an indulgent bacon herb cream cheese spread. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this classic dish, ensuring there's something for every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY HOMEMADE HERB AND GARLIC CREAM CHEESE



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This Easy Homemade Herb and Garlic Cream Cheese is perfect for spreading on toast, bagels or crackers, and it makes a great appetizer! Skip the grocery store and make it yourself with only 5 basic ingredients!

Provided by Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca)

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Snack

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces full fat cream cheese, approximately 440 grams (can also be made with low fat or even fat free cream cheese)
3 cloves fresh garlic, pressed or very finely minced
1 teaspoon dried or fresh chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Add the cream cheese to a bowl and add the garlic, herbs and some salt and pepper.
  • Whip by hand with a whisk or rubber spatula, or use a hand mixer on low speed to combine all the ingredients well.
  • Cover and place in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving, to let the flavours develop.
  • Enjoy on toast, bagels, crackers, or however you desire.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 182 mg, Sugar 2 g, Calories 196 kcal

HERB CREAM CHEESE



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There's nothing better than homemade herb cream cheese! Packed with fresh herbs, it's an easy appetizer or spread for bagels.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Essentials

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup chopped chives, or half chives and half fresh basil or dill
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 to 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream or 1/2 tablespoon milk, to soften (optional)

Steps:

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened. Leave it out at room temperature for 1 hour, or place it on a plate in the microwave, cook 5 seconds, flip over the block of cheese and cook another 5 seconds. (If it's not room temperature at this point, cook another few seconds, but air on the conservative side.)
  • Chop the herbs. Mix everything together in a bowl, adding a little Greek yogurt, milk or sour cream 1 tablespoon at a time if you'd like a fluffier, more spreadable texture (we used 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt).
  • Make whipped cream cheese by adding 1/2 tablespoon milk and whipping the cream cheese in a food processor or stand mixer. Then add the chopped herbs and pulse until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Sugar 1.2 g, Sodium 90.8 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2.2 g, Cholesterol 29.2 mg

CREAMY HERB SPREAD



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This fresh-flavored spread is ideal for chicken, turkey or veggie handhelds. Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a small food processor; cover and process until blended. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HERBED CHEESE SPREAD



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Tastes just like the expensive Boursin® cheese spread you buy at the store. Reduced-fat cream cheese works well in this recipe. Delicious spread on crackers or as a fill on celery sticks. Good shelf life in the refrigerator. This can be eaten right way, but it's best if refrigerated for at least one day before serving.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cream Cheese Spreads Recipes

Time P1DT10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon dry vermouth
1 teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon dried tarragon
⅛ teaspoon dried sage
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, garlic, vermouth, parsley, salt, basil, tarragon, sage, and white pepper in a food processor until smooth. Refrigerate at least 1 day before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 156.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GARLIC AND HERB CREAM CHEESE



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This herb and cheese spread is great on crackers, sandwiches when bored with mayo and mustard, or tucked into beef Wellington! It's so much cheaper to make it than buy it.

Provided by Lisa Mayer Kaelblein

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the butter, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, parsley, thyme, dill, basil, and pepper in a bowl until evenly combined. Chill in refrigerator overnight or 8 hours. This can be frozen for long-term storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 41.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 122.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HERB CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
4 tablespoons sour cream
16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon basil, chopped
2 tablespoon chives, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl add butter, sour cream, and cream cheese. Add the garlic and herbs and mix together well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Place in refrigerator and allow to chill.

HERBED CREAM CHEESE



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 8 to 16 schmears

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend with a wooden spoon until the herbs are evenly incorporated. Serve with toasted bagels.

GARLIC AND HERB CREAM CHEESE (FRANCE)



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This recipe comes from the internet & was found on allrecipes.com. Preparation time does not include the 8 hours or so for the mixture to chill.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 lb butter, room temperature
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients, until evenly combined.
  • Cover & chill in the refrigerator up to 8 hours. [Can be frozen, if desired.] Great as an appetizer spread or as a filler for sandwiches!

HOMEMADE CHEESE SPREAD WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Here's a DIY version of the flavored, spreadable Gournay cheese originally from France.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Appetizer     Cheese     Cream Cheese     Garlic     Chive     Parsley     Graduation     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 small garlic clove, quartered
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Crackers or toasts (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, butter, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and chives and pulse a few times until well combined. Pack mixture into a small bowl, ramekin, or glass jar. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or toasts.
  • Do Ahead
  • Cheese can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.

HERBED CHEESE SPREAD



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This spread definitely lives up to its name. Flavored with six different herbss, it is one of the best cream cheese spreads I've had.-Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons minced chives
2 teaspoons minced fresh chervil or 1/2 teaspoon dried chervil
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Stir in the parsley, chives, chervil, garlic, tarragon and lemon-pepper seasoning., Transfer to a small serving dish. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HEAVENLY HERB CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Cheese     No-Cook

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ricotta cheese
8 ounces cream cheese
2 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tbsp chopped thyme
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil or tarragon
1 tbsp fresh chives or chervil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Turn into a crock lines with herbs.

Tips:

  • To achieve a smooth and creamy texture, make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
  • For a more flavorful spread, use freshly chopped herbs. Dried herbs can also be used, but they will have a less intense flavor.
  • If you don't have chives on hand, you can substitute green onions or shallots.
  • Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. You can also experiment with other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Serve the spread immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This heavenly herb cream cheese spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. It's perfect for spreading on crackers, bread, or vegetables. The combination of creamy cheese, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon juice is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this spread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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