Indulge in the irresistible fusion of flavors with blueberry cream cheese! Made with plump blueberries and creamy cheese, this tangy-sweet spread adds a velvety richness to bagels, pancakes, and desserts.
Cream cheese spread with berries
Blueberry cream cheese is a luscious spread that combines the natural sweetness of juicy blueberries with the smooth and tangy creaminess of cheese.
It's a delightful and versatile treat that can be used in various culinary creations. One of the most popular uses of blueberry cream cheese is as a topping for bagels.
When slathered onto a fresh, toasted bagel, the creamy texture of the cheese perfectly complements the burst of sweetness from the blueberries, creating a heavenly breakfast or snack option.
Make a variety of cream cheese spreads for a great breakfast or brunch option. This blueberry cream cheese along with strawberry cream cheese gives everyone the option to pick their favorite.
Key ingredients
This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.
- Blueberries - Use fresh blueberries
- Cream Cheese - Softened to room temperature
- Sugar - Just a touch of granulated sugar
- Lemon Juice - Optional, helps prevent the blueberries from darkening
Step by step directions
How to make it
In this section I share step by step photos, techniques and a general overview. For detailed instructions check the printable recipe card below.
- Place cream cheese and sugar in a food processor. Process until smooth.
- Add blueberries and lemon juice and puree
- Use a spatula to make certain the cream cheese is fully mixed
- Place in a bowl and serve right away or cover and refrigerate
Recipe tips
- Make certain your cream cheese is softened to room temperature
- The blueberries tend to oxidize and darken. To help prevent this, use a bit of lemon juice. Cover with plastic wrap pressed right down onto the surface of the cream cheese.
- You may see a bit of liquid form on the sides after a few days. Just pour off before using.
- Blueberry cream cheese is best eaten within 7-10 days
Frequently asked questions
Cover and refrigerate your cream cheese and use within 7-10 days.
More delicious recipes with fresh blueberries
- Blueberry Sweet Rolls
- Banana Blueberry Muffins
- Buttermilk Blueberry Muffins
- Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes
- Blueberry Lemon Bread
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Blueberry Cream Cheese
Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- ¾ cup blueberries
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Cube the cream cheese and place in food processor along with sugar. Puree until smooth.4 ounces cream cheese, 2 teaspoons sugar
- Add blueberries and lemon juice and puree until well mixed¾ cup blueberries, 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Use a spatula to scrape the bowl and ensure everything is well mixed
- Place into a bowl and use right away or cover and refrigerate
Notes
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- Make certain your cream cheese is softened to room temperature
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- The blueberries tend to oxidize and darken. To help prevent this, use a bit of lemon juice. Cover with plastic wrap pressed right down onto the surface of the cream cheese.
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- You may see a bit of liquid form on the sides after a few days. Just pour off before using.
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- Blueberry cream cheese is best eaten within 7-10 days
Nutritional Disclaimer:
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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