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Sensational Spiced Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Recipe

Sensational Spiced Brown Sugar Cream Cheese


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  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 9 1x

Description

Spiced brown sugar cream cheese blends warm cinnamon and nutmeg with creamy Philadelphia cream cheese for a luxurious spread. Seasonal ingredients create a rich, comforting accompaniment perfect for morning toast or evening dessert gatherings you’ll savor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsps brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground allspice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Creaming: Whip softened cream cheese and brown sugar in a medium bowl using a hand mixer or spatula until achieving a silky, homogeneous texture that’s light and fluffy.
  2. Seasoning: Fold in warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, complemented by a splash of vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a harmonious flavor profile that tantalizes the palate.
  3. Refinement: Sample and fine-tune the spread, adjusting sweetness and spice intensity to align with personal taste preferences, ensuring a perfectly balanced culinary creation.
  4. Presentation: Elegantly transfer the aromatic cream cheese mixture into a pristine serving container, positioning it for immediate indulgence or careful refrigeration.
  5. Storage: Seal the spiced spread in an airtight vessel and chill, preserving its rich, complex flavors for up to five days, allowing the spices to meld and intensify.

Notes

  • Control Cream Cheese Temperature: Ensure cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature for smooth, lump-free blending and easier mixing.
  • Balance Spice Intensity: Start with smaller amounts of spices, tasting gradually to prevent overwhelming flavors and allow gradual customization.
  • Prevent Moisture Separation: Use a hand mixer or spatula with gentle, consistent strokes to maintain a creamy, stable texture without liquid separation.
  • Customize Dietary Needs: Swap regular cream cheese with low-fat or dairy-free alternatives for lighter versions, adapting to different nutritional preferences.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 9
  • Calories: 101
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 100 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 7 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg