Homemade Cheese Spread
Made with 6 ingredients (3 of them are cheese!), this homemade cheese spread is ultra rich and creamy. Serve with crackers, pretzels, and fresh veggies or add to a charcuterie board.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese ~2 cups
- 4 oz. shredded pepper jack cheese ~1 cup
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup half and half
Instructions
- Place the cream cheese, both shredded cheeses, salt, and paprika into a food processor bowl. Attach the lid.
- Blend for 1 minute. Remove the lid and use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Pour the half and half into the cheese mixture. Blend until the cheese spread is completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the spread into a bowl. Tightly cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy with your favorite crackers and vegetables.
Video
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Notes
- Storage Instructions: Store any leftover cheese spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It may thicken up in the refrigerator, so give it a stir before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 24g | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 1g