Description
This easy homemade scallion cream cheese spread is a simple and delicious bagel topping made with just two ingredients. It features smooth, full-fat cream cheese blended with fresh, thinly sliced scallions for a tangy and refreshing flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes, this spread is perfect for breakfast or brunch and delivers the perfect balance of creamy texture and fresh green onion zest.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, full-fat block, softened
- ¼ cup scallions, thinly sliced (3-4 scallions), rinsed and patted dry
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: Place the softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl to make it easier to mix with the scallions.
- Add Scallions: Add ¼ cup of thinly sliced scallions to the cream cheese. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to stir and fold the scallions into the cream cheese evenly, creating a uniform spread.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the spread and if you prefer a stronger scallion flavor, add a little more sliced scallions and mix again until you reach desired taste.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up slightly.
Notes
- Storage: Store the scallion cream cheese spread covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before serving to redistribute the scallions.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect as a spread for bagels, toast, crackers, or as a dip for vegetables.
- Softening Cream Cheese: To soften cream cheese quickly, leave it out at room temperature for 20-30 minutes or microwave in 5-second bursts until just soft.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American