Best 8 Savory Garlic Cheese Spread Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating the most delectable savory garlic cheese spread that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. This creamy, flavorful spread is the perfect accompaniment to crackers, bread, or vegetables and can elevate any gathering. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or a versatile ingredient to add depth to your dishes, this recipe has you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets to crafting the perfect savory garlic cheese spread that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS CHEESE GARLIC BREAD SPREAD



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Easy, cheesy, savory spread to transform regular bread into a taste sensation! Goes awesome with pasta dishes or beside a fresh salad.

Provided by SaraFish

Categories     Spreads

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups spread

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2-1 cup margarine
3 teaspoons chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Microwave margarine in medium glass bowl for about 40 seconds or until its melted.
  • Mix in all ingredients, using a fork.
  • Spread the mixture over bread (I use a one of those long sourdough french loaves split in half lengthwise but I've also used plain thick cut bread or split dinner rolls).
  • Place on baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes at 450, until the top is golden brown.
  • Easy!

SAVORY GARLIC SCONES WITH CHEESY HERB SPREAD



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 scones

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 whole head garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk, plus 1 to 2 tablespoons if needed
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting work surface
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced
Cheesy Herb Spread, recipe follows
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, softened
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch cayenne pepper, optional
1/4 cup chopped mixed herbs (parsley, chives, tarragon, dill)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F; position a rack in the center of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with cooking spray; set aside.
  • With a serrated knife, cut the top quarter off the garlic head to expose the tops of the cloves. Place the garlic, cut side up, on a sheet of foil large enough to enclose it; drizzle with olive oil. Close the foil completely around garlic, crimping the sides and top so no steam can escape. Roast the garlic in the oven until softened and cooked through, about 30 minutes. Carefully remove the garlic from the foil and, squeezing from the bottom, release the roasted cloves into a medium bowl. Add the eggs and milk, stir to combine, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk to combine the flour, baking powder, pepper and salt. Use a pastry blender, two knives or your fingers to combine the butter to make the mixture crumbly.
  • Add the wet garlic mixture to the dry flour mixture and gently stir. Add the scallions; gently combine to evenly distribute. If the dough seems too dry, add more milk, a tablespoon at a time.
  • Turn the dough out onto a well-floured work surface. With your hands, pat into a 6-by-9-inch rectangle. Cut into 6 squares and then cut the squares in half diagonally. Place the scones on prepared baking sheet, spaced 1-inch apart.
  • Bake until golden and cooked through, 25 minutes. Serve with the Cheesy Herb Spread.
  • Place the cream cheese, Gorgonzola, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and cayenne in a food processor and pulse until well blended. Add the herbs and pulse until combined. (Alternatively, mix all ingredients with a spoon in a large bowl until combined.) Chill in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups

GARLIC CHEESE SPREAD



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Making this cheese spread is easy and fun. It tastes great on flatbread, focaccia or crackers. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Flatbread, focaccia bread or assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and oil until fluffy. Add the Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic and pepper; beat until well blended. , Spoon into a small container. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve with flatbread, focaccia or crackers. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

GARLIC CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

20 ounces grated Pecorino Romano
2 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
Pinch cayenne pepper
Dash hot red pepper sauce
3 long loaves Italian bread, split lengthwise

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except the bread, together in a large bowl. Spread on bread and toast.

HOMEMADE CHEESE SPREAD WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Here's a DIY version of the flavored, spreadable Gournay cheese originally from France.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Appetizer     Cheese     Cream Cheese     Garlic     Chive     Parsley     Graduation     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 small garlic clove, quartered
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Crackers or toasts (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, butter, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and chives and pulse a few times until well combined. Pack mixture into a small bowl, ramekin, or glass jar. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or toasts.
  • Do Ahead
  • Cheese can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.

SWEET & SAVORY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Of all the appetizers I serve, this tempting cheese spread is the most popular. It has the right combo of sweet and savory flavors, but it's the warm topping that makes it a standout! -Lee Ann Miller, Millersburg, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
4 teaspoons finely chopped red onion
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, onion and garlic salt. Shape into a disk; transfer to a serving plate., In a small saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Cook and stir over medium heat 4-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Stir in pecans; cool slightly. Spoon over cheese mixture. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SAVORY CHEESE SPREAD



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Best to make this early in the day or the night before as it needs to chill for several hours. Serve with crackers.

Provided by CulinaryQueen

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon whipping cream
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Put feta cheese into a food processor and process until smooth.
  • Add cream cheese and whipping cream and process until smooth.
  • Add remaining ingredients and pulse until incorporated.
  • Spoon mixture into a serving bowl.
  • Cover and chill several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 632.5, Fat 59.2, SaturatedFat 38.4, Cholesterol 204.6, Sodium 1184.6, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 19.8

CREAM CHEESE GARLIC SPREAD



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You can mold this spread any way you like. For Easter I do bunnies; I make a heart for Valentine's Day. Serve with Italian bread, crackers, or (my favorite for a brunch) triangle-cut pieces of assorted bagels. Great for a take-along office snack and for a breakfast treat.

Provided by Sheri

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

Time 5m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried chives

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, garlic powder, and chives together in a bowl until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 66.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • To make a smooth and creamy cheese spread, use a high-quality cream cheese and soften it to room temperature before mixing.
  • For a more intense garlic flavor, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the cheese spread.
  • If you don't have roasted garlic on hand, you can use minced fresh garlic or garlic powder instead.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or basil, to the cheese spread for extra flavor and color.
  • Serve the cheese spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables for a quick and easy snack or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Savory garlic cheese spread is a versatile and delicious appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, creamy or chunky, there is a garlic cheese spread recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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