Best 2 Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our delectable Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread, a delightful combination of sweet strawberries and creamy cheese. This versatile spread elevates any occasion, whether it's a casual brunch, an elegant tea party, or a festive holiday gathering. With its vibrant color and tantalizing flavor, this spread is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. From the classic Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread to variations like the savory Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread with Herbs, the tangy Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread with Lemon, and the decadent Chocolate-Strawberry Cream Cheese Spread, our collection offers a range of options to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a delicious strawberry spread for bagels. It sure beats store bought spread!

Provided by MARAMBER14

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

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and strawberries. Pulse until smooth and well blended. Use immediately, or refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 83.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

STRAWBERRY MUFFINS WITH CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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What could be better than starting the day with a sweet, fluffy muffin loaded with fresh, juicy strawberries and served with a strawberry cream cheese spread? Not much, I'd say!

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup diced fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon honey
1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 eggs, lightly beaten
½ cup milk
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, strawberries, and honey in a food processor; pulse until smooth. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Mix strawberries and 1 tablespoon sugar in a bowl. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Stir flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Whisk eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and orange zest in a small bowl until well blended. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Drain strawberries and gently fold into the batter. Divide the batter equally among the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm or cooled with the strawberry cream cheese spread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 57.6 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 325 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries that have been thawed and drained.
  • Be sure to chop the strawberries finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the spread.
  • Use a high-quality cream cheese for the best results.
  • Soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • If you want a sweeter spread, you can add more sugar or honey to taste.
  • For a tangier spread, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of salt.
  • You can also add other flavors to the spread, such as vanilla extract, almond extract, or cinnamon.

Conclusion:

Strawberry cream cheese spread is a delicious and versatile spread that can be used for a variety of purposes. It is perfect for spreading on toast, bagels, or crackers. It can also be used as a dip for fruit, vegetables, or cookies. Strawberry cream cheese spread is also a great addition to recipes for cakes, pies, and other desserts. With its sweet and tangy flavor, strawberry cream cheese spread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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