Description
A bold, savory cream cheese with herby ranch vibes and a subtle spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (whole-grain)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dried chives
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Let cream cheese soften fully at room temperature.
- Add Dijon mustard and lemon juice; mix until smooth and fluffy.
- Sprinkle in garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, thyme, chives, and parsley.
- Whip until evenly combined and lightly airy.
- Taste and adjust spice or acidity as desired.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve swirled in a bowl with crackers, burgers, or veggies.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce cayenne pepper.
- Can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
- Great as a dip or spread for various snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No heat (chilled or room temp)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg