Cowboy Cream Cheese
Discover the bold flavors of Cowboy Cream Cheese, a savory spread perfect for crackers and burgers with a spicy kick!
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 103kcal
Ingredients
- 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme*
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, dried chives, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, lemon juice, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy. You can also use a food processor for quicker blending.
- Transfer the cowboy cream cheese into an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
*When making this cowboy cream cheese, thyme is optional. I like to add it if I’m serving the cream cheese cold. But, if it’s going to be baked (like in my cowboy jalapeño poppers), I usually skip it since the flavor can get a little too strong once it’s cooked.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 103kcal