Description
This festive Christmas & Cream Spread is a smooth, creamy, and lightly sweetened treat flavored with vanilla and peppermint extracts, perfect for spreading on toast, bagels, or as a dip for holiday snacks. The addition of crushed candy canes adds a delightful crunch and peppermint flavor, making it an ideal seasonal spread to celebrate the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- A pinch of salt
Optional Topping
- 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
Instructions
- Soften Cream Cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure smooth blending with the other ingredients.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to beat everything together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Add Crushed Candy Canes: Gently fold in the crushed candy canes or peppermint candies if using, distributing them evenly throughout the spread for texture and extra peppermint flavor.
- Chill: Cover the spread and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up slightly.
- Serve: Enjoy the Christmas & Cream Spread as a delicious topping on toast, bagels, crackers, or as a festive dip during holiday gatherings.
Notes
- To make the cream cheese soften faster, leave it out at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- The spread can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar to taste.
- Crushed candy canes can be substituted with white chocolate chips or sprinkles for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
