Best 8 Layered Blue Cheese Spread Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Layered Blue Cheese Spread, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any occasion. This extraordinary spread boasts a harmonious blend of tangy blue cheese, creamy mayonnaise, crisp celery, aromatic onion, and a hint of garlic. The combination of textures and flavors creates an unforgettable experience that will leave you craving more.

In addition to the classic Layered Blue Cheese Spread, this article offers a delightful array of variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a vegetarian option, the Vegetarian Layered Blue Cheese Spread omits the bacon, while the Gluten-Free Layered Blue Cheese Spread ensures that individuals with gluten sensitivities can savor this delightful treat.

For a unique twist, the recipe for Layered Blue Cheese Spread with Grapes and Walnuts incorporates the sweetness of grapes and the crunch of walnuts, adding an extra layer of texture and flavor. The article also includes a recipe for Layered Blue Cheese Spread with Bacon and JalapeƱos, which adds a spicy kick to the classic spread.

Whether you're planning a party or simply seeking a delectable snack to enjoy at home, our Layered Blue Cheese Spread recipes are sure to impress. With their ease of preparation and customizable flavors, these spreads will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUT SPREAD



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This spread is also delicious served on apple or pear wedges. Rub them first with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4-ounce bar of cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 ounces (1 cup) cold crumbled blue cheese, such as Stilton
Crackers or crostini, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir cream cheese with a wooden spoon until softened. Mix in walnuts; season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in blue cheese, breaking up as little as possible. Transfermixture to a small bowl; smooth top. Serve with crackers or crostini. To store: Cover with plastic wrapand refrigerate, up to 1 week.

LAYERED PEA SALAD WITH CREAMY HERB DRESSING



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup parsley leaves
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
1/4 cup basil leaves
2 (8.8 oz) packages cooked beets, diced
3 to 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
3 to 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
3 ribs celery, thinly sliced
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
10 ounces frozen peas, thawed
Freshly ground black pepper
4 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, add mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and zest, and herbs. Pulse until smooth. Refrigerate until you are ready to use.
  • Layer your salad in a trifle dish. Start with the beets on the bottom in an even layer. Next add a layer of each lettuce, celery, blue cheese, and peas. Spread the dressing over the top of the salad and season with pepper to taste. Top with bacon. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

LAYERED BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP



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This dip starts out warm, rich and spicy. Then it's topped with cool crunchy vegetables, tangy blue cheese dressing and bacon for a salty hit. Scoop it out with a spoon so you can get all of the layers in one bite.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 to 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mild hot sauce, such as Frank's
2 tablespoons whole milk
One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup chopped chicken (from about 1/2 rotisserie chicken)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces bacon (about 9 slices)
3 stalks celery, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce (from about 1/4 head)
2 medium carrots, shredded (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup store-bought blue cheese dressing
2 scallions, thinly sliced (about 1/4 cup)
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the sour cream, hot sauce, milk and cream cheese in a food processor and process until smooth. Toss the chicken and hot sauce mixture together in a bowl and spread with a spatula in the bottom of a glass 8-inch square baking dish. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake until warmed through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add the bacon and cook over medium heat, turning a few times, until evenly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; let cool, then crumble.
  • Let the baking dish sit at room temperature, 10 minutes. Uncover the baking dish and scatter over the celery, then the lettuce, then the carrots. Drizzle with the blue cheese dressing and sprinkle with the bacon and scallions. Serve with the tortilla chips.

BLUE-CHEESE SPREAD



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So easy to make yet special enough for your next cocktail hour or dinner party appetizer, all you need for this Blue-Cheese Spread is two ingredients, cream cheese and a creamy blue cheese such as Roquefort. Whizz them together in the food processor to create a smooth, spreadable consistency then season with salt and pepper and you're ready to serve. Try the spread with our Olive-Oil Toasts or your favorite crackers.

Provided by Riley Wofford

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 ounces cream cheese until smooth
4 ounces creamy blue cheese, such as Roquefort
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a regular or mini food processor, pulse cream cheese until smooth. Add blue cheese and process until fully combined. If needed, pulse in water, 1 teaspoon at a time, to reach a spreadable consistency. Season with salt and pepper.

LAYERED BLUE CHEESE SPREAD



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A recipe that sounded good, but I altered to my personal taste! I like this with crackers, or those soft bread squares. Heck, cut up plain bagels might work also! Since my Dad loves blue cheese, that drew me to this recipe right away!

Provided by Megan Stewart

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

24 oz cream cheese, softened (3 packages)
4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
1 Tbsp minced cilantro
1/4 c sour cream
1 Tbsp sour cream
2 Tbsp minced parsley
1 Tbsp minced chives
1/2 tsp black pepper (i omit)
1/2 c chopped walnuts (i use chopped pecans, i like it better in this recipe)
onion flakes or chopped fresh onion to taste (one of my additions)
accent if needed (one of my additions)

Steps:

  • 1. On serving plate spread 2 packages cream cheese into 8 inch circle. Combine blue cheese, 1/4 c sour cream, parsley, cilantro, chives and pepper until blended. Spread over cream cheese layer to 1/2 inch of edges. Beat remaining cream cheese and sour cream until smooth, spread over blue cheese to 1 inch of edges. Sprinkle with walnuts just before serving. Serve with breads and crackers.

BLUE CHEESE SPREAD



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Make and share this Blue Cheese Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Spreads

Time 1m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients together and mix well.
  • Serve with crackers, celery or apple.

BLUE CHEESE SPREAD



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When entertaining during the holidays it's nice to have make-ahead recipes like this. Crunchy toasted walnuts complement the creamy spread. -Carole Bess White, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 shallots, finely chopped
2 teaspoons butter
2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Cognac or brandy
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute shallots in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; cool. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cheeses, sour cream, Cognac, salt and pepper. Add shallots and mix well. Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap. Spread cheese mixture into prepared bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Unmold onto a serving plate; garnish with walnuts. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LAYERED CHEESE SPREAD



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Three types of cheese spread and fresh vegetables are layered for a lovely appetizer spread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 container (8 ounces) sharp Cheddar cold-pack cheese spread
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 container (8 ounces) soft cream cheese with garden vegetables
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 container (8 ounces) Swiss-almond cold-pack cheese spread
1/4 cup chopped red and/or yellow bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
48 crackers

Steps:

  • Spread Cheddar cheese into 5-inch round, about 1/2 inch thick, on serving platter; smooth side and top with small metal spatula. Sprinkle mushrooms over cheese; press lightly.
  • Spread cream cheese over mushrooms; smooth side and top. Sprinkle with basil; press lightly.
  • Top with Swiss-almond cheese; smooth side and top. Sprinkle bell peppers over top. Press parsley into side. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg

Tips:

  • Use high-quality blue cheese for the best flavor. Look for a cheese that is creamy and has a strong, pungent odor.
  • If you don't like blue cheese, you can substitute another type of cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or cream cheese.
  • To make the spread ahead of time, simply prepare it according to the recipe and then store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables. You can also use it as a dip for chicken wings or shrimp.

Conclusion:

Layered Blue Cheese Spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties or potlucks, and it is also a great way to use up leftover blue cheese. With its creamy texture, sharp flavor, and beautiful presentation, this spread is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give Layered Blue Cheese Spread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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