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    Smoked Cream Cheese

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    Smoked Cream Cheese, the perfect appetizer! Easy to make, perfectly soft, spreadable, and extra delicious!

    cream cheese that's been scooped into
    This is so easy to make and super delicious!
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    When I first heard of this viral tiktok trend of smoked cream cheese I was skeptical. However, I decided to give it a shot and it is so good!

    I love gooey melty cheese as an appetizer (like my baked brie recipe), and this recipe is another tasty option to add to my yummy cheese list!

    using a cracker to scoop some cream cheese
    Smoked cream cheese is soft and spreadable!

    This is the perfect appetizer for a bbq, holiday, or even just a nice dinner! Whether you are smoking a tasty beer can chicken or spatchcock chicken, or a tasty ribeye, save a little space in your smoker for some cream cheese and you will have the best side dish!

    What you need for smoked cream cheese?

    • Cream Cheese
    • Your Favorite Rub/Seasoning Mix- I used everything bagel seasoning and a garlic herb rub- both were great!

    How to make smoked cream cheese?

    • Score your cream cheese. I like to do diagonal lines but you can score it anyway you like!
    • Sprinkle with a liberal amount of your favorite seasoning
    • Smoke for 2 hrs, then enjoy on your favorite crackers!
    scoring cream cheese
    adding seasoning to cream cheese
    cream cheese with seasoning on it before smoking
    cream cheese being added to smoker
    cream cheese on smoker after being smoked
    smoked cream cheese on baking sheet
    Smoked Cream Cheese on plate with crackers and basil
    This recipe is so simple to make!

    Helpful Tip: Smoke the cream cheese on a foil lined baking sheet-I use a small one like this- or a disposable aluminum pan. (Affiliate links) That way it won’t stick to your smoker grates and it will be hassle free to move on and off!

    What type of pellets work best for this recipe?

    I typically just smoke the cream cheese whenever I have something else on the grill (like chicken legs or turkey) and so the pellets used are often a competition blend.

    Why score cream cheese?

    Scoring allows the heat and smoke to penetrate deeper into the cream cheese. Plus, it makes it look a little fancy!

    Will the cream cheese be a puddle after 2 hours?

    Nope. Cream cheese holds it shape really well and since you are smoking it at such a low temperature it will stay in its rectangular shape.

    Smoked Cream Cheese on plate with everything bagel seasoning
    Everything bagel seasoning is great on cream cheese!

    Variations of smoked cream cheese recipe:


    • Spicy- Add some diced jalapenos or sprinkle with red pepper flakes!
    • Mexican- Sprinkle with taco seasoning.
    • Sweet- add some brown sugar or serve with your favorite jam.
    • Tropical- Mango Chipotle Seasoning from Camp Chef is super tasty! (Affiliate link)
    • Garlic- Stuff the cuts in the cream cheese with garlic.

    Pellet vs wood smoker?

    You will want to keep the smoker at a stable 225°F.

    If you can do that with your wood smoker great but its typically a little harder to keep them stable at that temperature (at least in my experience). If your smoker gets too hot you could melt the cream cheese or dry it out which will cause it to harden and is inedible.

    Pellet smokers are great because you can set a desired temperature and it does all the work for adjusting itself.

    Smoked Cream Cheese on plate with garlic chipotle seasoning
    However you top it, you can't go wrong with this recipe!

    How to store smoked cream cheese?

    Store any leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge. It should last up to a week if stored properly.

    How to reheat smoked cream cheese?

    Place cream cheese on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in a 300° F preheated oven until heated through. Typically, 10-15 minutes.

    What to do with smoked cream cheese?

    This cream cheese is the perfect appetizer with crackers, it is also great for using on bagels, sandwiches, or even in my leftover Thanksgiving turkey tacos!

    If you like this recipe please leave a comment below!

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    Smoked Cream Cheese

    Author: Lisa
    Smoked Cream Cheese, the perfect appetizer! Easy to make, perfectly soft and spreadable, and extra delicious!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 oz cream cheese
    • 2-4 tbs dry rub everything bagel seasoning or garlic herb rub etc

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat smoker to 225°F.
    • Place block of unwrapped cream cheese on a foil lined baking sheet, or a disposable aluminum pan.
      8 oz cream cheese
    • Score the cream cheese. I like to do diagonal cuts perpendicular to each other to form diamonds.
      scoring cream cheese
    • Sprinkle with your favorite dry rub or seasoning.
      2-4 tbs dry rub
      cream cheese with seasoning on it before smoking
    • Smoke cream cheese for 2 hrs at 225°F.
      cream cheese on smoker after being smoked
    • Eat warm with crackers. Enjoy!
      Smoked Cream Cheese on plate with crackers and basil

    Notes

    Tips and Tricks
    • Storage: Store any leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge. It should last up to a week if stored properly.
    • Reheating: Place cream cheese on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in a 300° F preheated oven until heated through. Typically, 10-15 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 89mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 407IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Mallorie

      April 12, 2022 at 8:44 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy!

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      • Lisa

        April 12, 2022 at 11:32 pm

        Thank you!

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