Scallion Cream Cheese

Scallion cream cheese is an easy spread that can be made at home for a fraction of the cost of store-bought! It’s the perfect topping for bagels, toast, crackers or a sandwich.

Bagels have always been one of my favorite foods and trying different flavors of cream cheese is part of the fun! Scallion cream cheese is one that I almost always go for. It’s great with smoked salmon (or lox), but also works really well for a vegetarian bagel with tomato and cucumber.

Why this recipe works

Grabbing a package of regular cream cheese from the store is so much more affordable that picking up a more luxe, flavored spread. Plus, it’s so easy to mix up at home with your favorite mix-ins. In this case, scallions and capers.

Ingredients you’ll need

• Cream cheese look for a high-quality, full fat cream cheese.
• For the mix ins, scallions or green onions of course.
• I also like to add capers. I add capers to my bagel with cream cheese and salmon anyways so I find mixing them into the cream cheese is actually easier than sprinkling on the salmon.

Variations

• Chive cream cheese: Instead of scallions or green onions, chives are a delicious mix in.
• Garlic and herb: Cream cheese with garlic powder and various fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and thyme.
• Sun-dried Tomato and Basil: Blend the cream cheese with sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and fresh basil.

Expert tips

1. If you’re not splurging on the flavored cream cheese, I’d recommend splurging on the plain cream cheese itself. Even the higher quality cream cheese will be more affordable than its flavored counterpart.
2. The texture of different brands of cream cheese can vary quite significantly. If you want a looser and creamier cheese spread, you can mix in a little bit of cream as you add your mix-ins. Stir in about a teaspoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
3. The secret to making a bagel-shop worthy bagel at home is to go really big on the cream cheese. Always add more than you think.

More spreads and dips

• Hummus with Red Pepper
• Avocado Feta Dip
• Olive Hummus

Scallion Cream Cheese

Author: Louisa Clements

5 from 1 vote

Creating scallion cream cheese at home is a simple and cost-effective way to enjoy a delicious spread. Whether you're topping bagels, toast, crackers, or a sandwich, this homemade delight offers a flavorful and satisfying experience, all without breaking the bank.

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Prep: 15 minutes minutes

Total: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 cups

Ingredients

For flavoured cream cheese:

• 2 8oz packages of plain cream cheese
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp capers, finely chopped, option
• 2 tsp cream, optional

Instructions

• In a medium bowl, stir cream cheese with scallions and capers, if using.
• If you're looking for a creamier and looser texture, stir in cream, a teaspoon at a time until you've reached your desired consistency.

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Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Arla Foods, as always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting my sponsors and allowing me to continue creating recipes like this scallion caper cream cheese.