Best 9 Spicy Cream Cheese Spread Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary experience with our versatile Spicy Cream Cheese Spread, a delightful fusion of zesty flavors and smooth, creamy texture. Crafted with a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and a symphony of spices, this delectable spread promises to elevate any dish or snack to new heights of enjoyment. From bagel toppings and sandwich fillings to veggie dippers and crackers, this versatile creation knows no bounds.

Within this comprehensive guide, you'll embark on a culinary journey that unveils not just one, but three distinctive variations of this tantalizing spread. Discover the fiery allure of the Classic Spicy Cream Cheese Spread, where cayenne pepper ignites your taste buds with a delightful kick. For a bolder adventure, venture into the depths of the Spicy Habanero Cream Cheese Spread, where habanero peppers unleash a thrilling burst of heat that lingers with a smoky undertone. And if you seek a harmonious balance, the Chipotle Cream Cheese Spread awaits, its subtle smokiness mingling with just the right amount of spice for a captivating flavor dance.

Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a seamless culinary experience, providing step-by-step instructions and precise measurements to guide you towards spread-making success. Whether you're a seasoned chef or embarking on your culinary adventures, these recipes are designed to inspire and empower you to create a spread that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a journey of flavor with our Spicy Cream Cheese Spread extravaganza!

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BLT WITH SPICY PEPPER CREAM CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds plum tomatoes, quartered
3 ounces (1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon) olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Leaves from 3 sprigs fresh thyme
12 to 16 slices (about 1 pound) thick-cut bacon
4 bagels
Spicy Pepper Cream Cheese, recipe follows
1 large head red or green leaf lettuce, leaves separated
8 ounces cream cheese
1 small roasted poblano or green chile, drained and chopped (see Cook's Note)
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno peppers, chopped
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Line 2 half-sheet trays with parchment paper.
  • Toss tomatoes with olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper and thyme leaves in a large bowl. Spread on a lined half-sheet tray and slow-roast, stirring every hour, until little to no liquid remains and the tomatoes are shriveled and caramelized, about 3 hours 30 minutes. Set aside and raise oven temperature to 375 degrees F.
  • Arrange bacon slices side-by-side on a lined half-sheet tray and cook to desired doneness, 20 to 25 minutes for just under crispy. Carefully remove from oven (watch out for hot bacon fat!) and drain on paper towels.
  • Slice and toast bagels. Spread 2 tablespoons Spicy Pepper Cream Cheese on each bagel half. Arrange 6 to 8 pieces roasted tomatoes on the bottom halves. Top each with 3 leaves lettuce, torn to fit. Divide the bacon among the top halves, ripping the pieces in half to fit the tops. Close, slice and enjoy. (See Cook's Note.)
  • Whip cream cheese in a stand mixer or in a large bowl with a hand mixer until light, about 2 minutes. Add chopped peppers, salt and pepper flakes and mix on low to blend.

SPICY PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 2h10m

Yield 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped
6 ounces piquillo pepper, chopped (regular pimentos can be substituted)
5 cups shredded Cheddar (approximately 1 1/4 pounds)
1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder and celery seed. Mix in the pickled jalapenos, piquillo peppers and grated Cheddar. Add the Sriracha and combine. Taste and add more mayonnaise and Sriracha, if necessary. Chill before serving.

CREAM CHEESE AND PEPPER JELLY



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A Southern classic, this 2-ingredient, 2-minute spread is the easiest appetizer or party snack that you'll ever serve!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (8 ounce) block cream cheese, softened at room temperature
1 (10-11 ounce) jar red pepper jelly
Crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese on a serving plate. Top with pepper jelly (you might not need the entire jar - just pile it on top in a thick layer, allowing some to fall over the edges). Spread on crackers.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon cream cheese with jelly, Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 51 mg, Sugar 10 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

JALAPENO POPPER DIP



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Here's a fantastic way to deliver all that blazing jalapeno popper taste without the work. Whenever I bring this jalapeno popper dip recipe to a party, I'm always asked for the recipe. Serve with corn chips, tortilla chips or butter crackers. -Jennifer Wilke, Collinsville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeno peppers
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
Sliced green onions, optional
Corn chips, tortilla chips or assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar, chiles, peppers and 1/4 cup Parmesan until blended. Spoon into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, oil and remaining Parmesan. Sprinkle over cheese mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 min. or until golden brown. Sprinkle with green onions, if desired. Serve with chips or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPICY JALAPENO CREAM CHEESE



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I made this trying to replicate the cream cheese sauce that they use at macayo's its not the same but its close

Provided by Samantha Orso

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3-4 whole roasted jalapenos
1 pkg cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 tsp garlic paste

Steps:

  • 1. In a food processor place cream cheese and garlic paste and pulse until two are combined
  • 2. take the seeds and stems out of the jalapenos and place them in food processor.
  • 3. Pulse mixture until all ingredients are combined.
  • 4. This mixture maybe be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can use this as a cold spread for sandwiches or bagels or you can use it as a hot sauce for Mexican dishes or just on top of some chicken.

SPICY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Make and share this Spicy Cream Cheese Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Michele7

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened (can use "Light")
1 tablespoon milk
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
paprika
pita bread, baked into chips

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until blended.
  • Spoon into an airtight container; cover and chill for at least 8 hours.
  • Put into a serving dish and sprinkle with paprika.
  • Serve with pita chips.

SPICY FIRE ROASTED CREAM CHEESE DIP



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Turn up the heat with this bold blend of tomatoes and chiles punched up with spices, then tempered with rich cream cheese.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes with medium green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
Assorted raw vegetables and crackers, as desired

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, stir together dip ingredients.
  • Serve with dippers. Cover and refrigerate any remaining dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Tablespoons Dip), Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY CHERRY-CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This party-perfect cream cheese spread with cherry preserves can be as spicy as you like; simply adjust the Sriracha sauce to your preference.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup cherry preserves
1 tsp. Sriracha sauce (hot chili sauce)
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Steps:

  • Mix preserves and Sriracha sauce until blended.
  • Place cream cheese on serving plate; top with preserves mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 85 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 1 g

SPICY MEXICAN CREAM CHEESE DIP



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A budget-friendly Mexican cream cheese dip that serves many. No mayo. No sour cream. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

Provided by Jen Ciemiewicz

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

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese
2 (4 ounce) cans diced jalapeno peppers
6 slices bacon, or more to taste
2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine corn, cream cheese, Mexican-blend cheese, and jalapeno peppers in a bowl; mix until thoroughly combined. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop when cool enough to handle.
  • Remove dip from the oven. Top with chopped bacon and shredded Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven and bake until cheese has melted, about 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 435 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality cream cheese. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of the spread.
  • Let the cream cheese soften to room temperature before mixing. This will make it easier to mix and will help the spread have a smooth texture.
  • Use a food processor or blender to mix the spread. This will help to ensure that the spread is smooth and creamy.
  • Add the spices and herbs to taste. You can adjust the amount of each spice or herb to suit your own preferences.
  • Serve the spread immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use. The spread can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Spicy cream cheese spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. It can be served with crackers, vegetables, or bread. It can also be used as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. The spread is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give this spicy cream cheese spread a try.

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