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Spreading Some Flavorful Fun!

 

 

 

Spreading Some Flavorful Fun!

If you're searching for a fun, flavorful way to snack healthy, this may be just the thing you've been missing! Here are a few quick ideas to transform your snack-time, and will only take a few minutes to whip up. Whether you're in the mood for sweets or a more savory snack, any of these fresh, protein-packed spreads are sure to satisfy!

The below savory spreads are recommended to be paired with your favorite snack crackers or chips, while the sweet spreads seem better suited for bagles or even baked apple chips. Start spreading or dip in quick, it won't last long!

Ingredients

    Caramel Apple & Mint Spread
  • 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, slightly softened
  • 3 heaping tablespoons whipped topping
  • 1/2 red apple, minced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon caramel syrup
  • 2 teaspoons fresh mint, chopped
  • Cranberry Walnut & Rosemary Spread
  • 8 ounces (1 pacakage) cream cheese, slightly softened
  • 4 heaping tablespoons whipped topping
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons dried cranberries, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons raw walnuts, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • Cilantro Garlic & Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
  • 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, slightly softened
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • sea salt, to taste
  • Sour Cream, Chive, & Onion Spread
  • 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, slightly softened
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon white onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped into petite rings
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • sea salt, to taste

Instructions

    Each of the above individual and distinctly flavored spread recipes should be prepared as follows:
  1. Place cream cheese in a small mixing bowl. Chop and prepare additional ingredients, and gently fold into cream cheese until all ingredients are well combined.
  2. Place completed mixture in a smaller dish, and spread or dip away!
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