The possibilities are endless for turning a block of cream cheese into an impressive appetizer.
From casseroles to desserts to side dishes, it’s used in a wide variety of recipes.
These two-bite appetizers won’t last long, so you may want to make extra.
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Baked BLT Dip
This recipe turns the flavors of the classic sandwich into a crowd-pleasing dip.
Cream cheese, Cheddar, sour cream, and mayo make an unbeatable creamy spread for toast points.
Cream cheese makes this beer and Cheddar dip spreadable and irresistible.
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The cream cheese makes these spicy sausage balls fluffy.
It’s a good match for both pickled and fresh jalapenos.
Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
This slow-cooker dip couldn’t be easier.
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Pizza Pepper Poppers
These pepper poppers come together in just 30 minutes with five ingredients.
Use baby bell peppers in place of the traditional jalapenos that poppers are made with.
Whipped cream cheese is the ideal base for a homemade cranberry-jalapeno salsa.
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Bake the cheese dip in the same skillet you’ll serve them in.
Use canned or frozen artichoke hearts in thisbaked dip.
you’re free to make it up to two days ahead of time.
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see to it to reserve the scallions to add once the dip is finished cooking.
Don’t reserve it just for yourDerby party.
It’s an easy appetizer all year-round.
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Simply set a block in a cast-iron pan to warm, and top with crispy jalapenos and bacon.
A drizzle of honey keeps the heat in check.
Cast-Iron Mexican Street Corn Cream Cheese Dip
The flavor builds with each layer of this deconstructed dip.
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Serve the ingredients in a bowl instead of forming and coating a cheese ball.
Party Cheese Ball
No party is complete without a cheese ball.
Just verify your cream cheese is softened before you begin making it.
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