This 6-ingredient homemade cheese spread comes together in 15 minutes flat. Blend everything up in a food processor until creamy and enjoy!
We love eating this cheese spread with crackers, as part of a charcuterie board, or as a spread on a sandwich.
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If you’re from the Midwest, you know a good Kaukana or Merkts cheese spread when you see one at a get-together, and this truly is the homemade version. You’re going to absolutely love this homemade cheese spread that packs a ton of cheesy flavor and is ready to dippity dip and enjoy in no time.
This recipe comes together with just 6 ingredients featuring shredded cheese, cream cheese, and a little heavy cream to make it extra creamy.
why you’ll love this easy cheese spread recipe!
6 ingredients: this homemade cheese spread packs allll the cheesy flavor, but only requires 6 ingredients — 3 of which are CHEESE 😀
No bake: all you need is a food processor or blender to make this homemade cheese spread.
Quick appetizer: looking to whip up a quick app?! This is it! Make it in under 15 minutes, and then let it chill for 30 minutes, and it’s ready to enjoy.
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Homemade Cheese Spread Ingredients
This homemade cheese spread comes together in 6 easy to find ingredients — including THREE varieties of cheese! You’ll need:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Shredded pepper jack cheese
- Cream cheese
- Half and half
- Kosher salt
- Paprika
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Homemade Cheese Spread FAQs
How is cheese spread made?
Cheese spread is typically made by blending 1 or more varieties of cheese with other ingredients to make a creamy cheese spread.
How do you make cheddar cheese spreadable?
When you don’t heat cheese, you can blend almost any variety to spreadable perfection by adding a bit of liquid (whether that’s water, milk or cream).
What do you put in cheese spread?
We’re putting 3 varieties of cheese, half and half and a few seasonings in our cheese spread that results in a creamy cheese spread with delicious flavor.
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Storage
Store leftover cheese spread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You may need to stir it before serving the 2nd or 3rd time.
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How to Serve Homemade Cheese Spread
Dip whatever your little cheese-loving heart desires into this homemade cheese Spread. We love:
- Crostini
- Spread on a sandwich
- French bread
- Tortilla chips
- Crackers
- Pretzels
- Sliced cucumber
- Celery
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Homemade Cheese Spread
Ingredients
- 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese ~2 cups
- 4 oz. Shredded pepper jack cheese ~1 cup
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- ½ cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Place all of the cheeses and seasonings into a food processor or a blender that has a mini tamper (mixing stick).
- Blend for 1 minute. Take the lid off and use a spatula to scrape down the sides.
- Pour the half and half into the cheese mixture and blend for 1-2 more minutes or until the cheese spread is completely smooth.
- Scrape the mixture into a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite crackers and vegetables.
Tips & Notes
- This is a great recipe to change up. The pepper jack is not spicy at all, but more cheddar or monterey jack could be subbed.
- Take the cheese out of the fridge and let sit for 10 minutes before serving so that it softens a bit.
- We used freshly shredded cheese in this recipe. Pre-shredded cheese will do the trick, but shredding at home adds to the creaminess.
- We used a blender for this recipe, just need a little extra tamper work while blending. Still comes out smooth as ever.
- If the spread is too thick, add up to ¼ cup more of the half and half.