Best 7 Herbed Cream Cheese Appetizers Recipes

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Herbed cream cheese appetizers are a delightful and versatile treat that can be easily prepared and enjoyed on any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or an elegant hors d'oeuvre to serve at your next party, these herbed cream cheese appetizers are sure to please. With a variety of herbs and flavors to choose from, you can create an appetizer that perfectly suits your taste and the occasion. From classic dill and chives to zesty garlic and basil, the possibilities are endless.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC AND HERB CREAM CHEESE



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This herb and cheese spread is great on crackers, sandwiches when bored with mayo and mustard, or tucked into beef Wellington! It's so much cheaper to make it than buy it.

Provided by Lisa Mayer Kaelblein

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the butter, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, parsley, thyme, dill, basil, and pepper in a bowl until evenly combined. Chill in refrigerator overnight or 8 hours. This can be frozen for long-term storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 41.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 122.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HERBED CREAM CHEESE CUCUMBER ROUNDS



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Categories     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Cream Cheese     Mint     Cucumber     Radish     Chive     Gourmet

Yield Makes 32 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon table salt
Pinch of cayenne, or to taste
1/2 medium seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped)
3 medium radishes
Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Special equipment: a Japanese Benriner* or other adjustable-blade slicer
Garnish: tiny fresh mint leaves and finely grated fresh lemon zest

Steps:

  • Stir together cream cheese, herbs, zest, lemon juice, table salt, and cayenne.
  • Slice 32 (1/8-inch-thick) rounds from cucumber with slicer. Trim bottoms from radishes, then slice into 32 (1/16-inch-thick) rounds with slicer. Top each cucumber slice with a radish slice and 1/2 teaspoon herbed cream cheese. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt and serve immediately.
  • *Available at Asian markets and cookware shops.

HERBED CREAM CHEESE APPETIZERS



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Cute little stuffed puff pastry rounds. These are great for summer parties, showers, etc. and you gotta love how easy puff pastry is. Vary the herbs to suit the occasion.

Provided by pines506

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 24 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 lb) package frozen puff pastry
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon mixed herbs
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
hot pepper sauce, just a few drops (optional)
1/2 cup sliced green pepper

Steps:

  • Thaw pastry sheets at room temperature for about 20 minutes before unfolding.
  • Place each rectangle on lightly floured board and cut out about 2 1/2 inch rounds with biscuit cutter.
  • Prick rounds with a fork and bake on an ungreased baking sheet at 350F for 18-20 minutes; cool.
  • While the puffs are baking, beat together the cream cheese, herbs, seasoned salt and hot pepper sauce until well combined.
  • When the pastry rounds are cool, slit through the middle but do not cut all the way through.
  • Spread the inside of the pastries with the cream cheese mix and sprinkle with green pepper.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

HERBED CREAM CHEESE



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 8 to 16 schmears

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend with a wooden spoon until the herbs are evenly incorporated. Serve with toasted bagels.

HERB CREAM CHEESE



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There's nothing better than homemade herb cream cheese! Packed with fresh herbs, it's an easy appetizer or spread for bagels.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Essentials

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup chopped chives, or half chives and half fresh basil or dill
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 to 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream or 1/2 tablespoon milk, to soften (optional)

Steps:

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened. Leave it out at room temperature for 1 hour, or place it on a plate in the microwave, cook 5 seconds, flip over the block of cheese and cook another 5 seconds. (If it's not room temperature at this point, cook another few seconds, but air on the conservative side.)
  • Chop the herbs. Mix everything together in a bowl, adding a little Greek yogurt, milk or sour cream 1 tablespoon at a time if you'd like a fluffier, more spreadable texture (we used 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt).
  • Make whipped cream cheese by adding 1/2 tablespoon milk and whipping the cream cheese in a food processor or stand mixer. Then add the chopped herbs and pulse until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Sugar 1.2 g, Sodium 90.8 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2.2 g, Cholesterol 29.2 mg

HERBED CREAM CHEESE



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Posting for safe keeping. Haven't tried yet. Got this from Mary at a party. She says she got it from Paula Deen. Cooking time includes chill time.

Provided by AbsurdBookNerd

Categories     Spreads

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped pine nuts
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons boiling water

Steps:

  • Shape cream cheese into a circle on the serving dish, make a well in the center; set aside.
  • Mix parsley with the rest of the ingredients, mix well.
  • Spoon mixture over the cream cheese; cover and chill at least 2 hours.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752.4, Fat 74.6, SaturatedFat 34.7, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 818.1, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 17.6

CREAMY HERB APPETIZER POCKETS



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I combined a creamy cheese sauce and an artichoke dip to come up with these bite-size morsels. The filling is tucked into triangles made from crescent roll dough-it's the perfect no-mess appetizer! -Tina Scarpaci of Chandler, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup reduced-fat garlic-herb spreadable cheese
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup chopped canned water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the spreadable cheese, cream cheese, cream and garlic until blended. Beat in the herbs, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Fold in artichokes and red peppers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Unroll both tubes of crescent roll dough. On a lightly floured surface, form each tube of dough into a long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Roll each into a 16-in. x 12-in. rectangle. Cut lengthwise into four strips and width-wise into three strips; separate squares. , Place 1 rounded tablespoon of filling in the center of each square. Fold in half, forming triangles. Crimp edges to seal; trim if necessary. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • Soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help to ensure a smooth and creamy spread.
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use half the amount.
  • Don't overmix the cream cheese spread. Overmixing can make the spread too stiff.
  • Chill the cream cheese spread for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up.
  • Serve the cream cheese spread with a variety of crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Herbed cream cheese appetizers are a delicious and easy way to entertain guests. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a snack. With so many different flavor combinations to choose from, there is sure to be a herbed cream cheese appetizer that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give one of these recipes a try.

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