Savor the irresistible taste of homemade strawberry cream cheese with this scrumptious recipe. Made with fresh strawberries and cream cheese, it's a delectable treat you can whip up at home.
Perfect for breakfast or brunch on a toasted bagel!
Fruity cream cheese spread
Strawberry cream cheese is a delightful spread that combines the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with the rich creaminess of cream cheese. It's a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors that create a luscious and indulgent treat.
Making homemade strawberry cream cheese is a breeze with just a few simple ingredients. Fresh strawberries are blended with cream cheese with a bit of sugar to create a smooth and velvety spread.
The vibrant pink color and the sweet aroma of fresh strawberries make it an eye-catching and tempting treat that is sure to impress friends and family.
One of the best things about making fruit cream cheese at home is that you have full control over the quality and quantity of the ingredients. You can use organic strawberries for a more natural and wholesome option and adjust the sweetness to your liking. Another delicious version is this blueberry cream cheese!
You can even add in your favorite mix-ins, such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips, for an extra crunch or burst of flavor. It's a fun and creative way to customize your cream cheese to suit your taste buds.
Homemade strawberry cream cheese also makes a fantastic gift or party spread. It's a unique and delicious alternative to store-bought cream cheese spreads, and it's sure to impress your guests with its homemade charm. Package it in a cute jar with a ribbon and a handwritten label for a thoughtful and personalized gift.
Whether slathered on bagels, spread on crackers, or used as a dip for fruits, this homemade delight is a versatile and irresistible addition to any breakfast or snack.
Key ingredients
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.
- Strawberries - Use fresh strawberries for this recipe
- Cream Cheese - Regular cream cheese softened to room temperature
- Sugar - Just a bit of sugar is used to help bring out the natural strawberry flavor
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 chopped strawberries and process until fully pureed and mixed
- Use a spatula to ensure all cream cheese is mixed well
- Place in a bowl and serve or cover and refrigerate
Recipe tips
- Make certain your cream cheese is softened
- Chop cream cheese into small chunks to make it easier mix in the food processor
- For a smaller amount, use 4 ounces cream cheese and ½ cup of strawberries
- Cover and refrigerate and use within 2 weeks
Frequently asked questions
Strawberry cream cheese should be covered and refrigerated and used within two weeks.
Yes, use raspberries or blueberries to make other fruit cream cheese spreads.
More delicious recipes with fresh strawberries
- Strawberry Jam
- Strawberry Ice Cream
- Swiss Roll Cake with Strawberries
- Muffins with Strawberries
- Strawberry Chocolate Shortcake
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Strawberry Cream Cheese
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Cut cream cheese into chunks and place in a food processor along with sugar8 ounces cream cheese, 1 tablespoon sugar
- Process until smooth
- Add chopped strawberries and process until fully pureed and mixed1 cup chopped strawberries
- Use a spatula to ensure all cream cheese is mixed well
- Place in a bowl and serve or cover and refrigerate
Notes
- Make certain your cream cheese is softened
- Chop cream cheese into small chunks to make it easier mix in the food processor
- For a smaller amount, use 4 ounces cream cheese and ½ cup of strawberries
- Cover and refrigerate and use within 2 weeks
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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