Learn how to make Blueberry Cream Cheese with fresh blueberries! This delicious spread is super easy to make and so delicious. Perfect for topping bagels and other treats!
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Ginnie's Take
I always have a container (or two) of fresh blueberries in my fridge! Their sweet-tart flavor is so delicious, and they make a great addition to all sorts of recipes. This Blueberry Cream Cheese is one of my favorite ways to use fresh berries. You need just a few ingredients for this colorful, berry-flavored cream cheese, it's super simple to make, and it's so much better than store bought. You'll love spreading it on bagels and more!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Fresh Flavor - If you're a blueberry fan, this recipe is for you! The fresh berry flavor really shines through, and the spread makes a mouthwatering treat.
- Ready in Minutes - Just blend the ingredients together, then eat. A food processor does all the work!
- Versatile - This yummy blueberry spread is perfect for bagels and so much more! You'll find lots of tempting ideas below.
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Ingredients
You need just four ingredients to make this easy recipe:
- Berries - Of course, you'll need some fresh blueberries! Choose the freshest, most flavorful, in-season berries you can find for the best flavor.
- Cream Cheese - I recommend using full fat cream cheese for this recipe. You can use light (or neufchâtel), although the finished spread may have a softer texture. Avoid using whipped cream cheese.
- Sugar - This recipe is lightly sweetened with granulated sugar. You can easily add more sugar if you'd like it a little sweeter.
- Lemon - A little fresh lemon zest brightens all the other flavors.
This recipe is naturally vegetarian, nut free, and gluten free.
You'll Also Need
You will need a food processor to blend the ingredients together. For brunches and other get togethers, I like serving the finished cream cheese spread in these cute mini cocottes. They come in a bunch of fun colors!
How to Make Blueberry Cream Cheese Spread
This Berry Cream Cheese couldn't be easier to make! You'll find a detailed recipe below, but here's a quick overview of the steps:
- Blend berries and sugar. Start by pulsing together the blueberries and sugar. Then let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes so the sugar can dissolve.
- Add cream cheese and lemon. Next, you'll add the softened cream cheese and lemon zest, and process the mixture until everything is well combined. The cream cheese won't be totally smooth. You'll see some small berry flecks.
- Chill. You can eat the cream cheese right away, although I recommend making it in advance and chilling it. Cooling the spread helps it thicken up a bit.
Okay, time to enjoy your homemade Blueberry Cream Cheese Spread!
Variations
You can easily customize this recipe by making a few small changes:
- Berries - Use a blend of berries, such as strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
- Sweetener - Replace the granulated sugar with honey, maple syrup, or another sweetener of your choice.
- Other Flavorings - Add a dash of ground cinnamon or cardamom, a few drops of vanilla extract, or lime or orange zest (instead of lemon).
- Lower Fat - Substitute light cream cheese or neufchâtel.
- Vegan + Dairy Free - Swap in your favorite plant based cream cheese.
When making substitutions, keep in mind that using juicier berries, liquid sweeteners, and lower fat or plant based cream cheese may result in a thinner spread.
Serving Suggestions
There are so many ways to use this delightful blueberries and cream cheese recipe! Here are a few ideas to try:
- Bagels - Slather the spread on your morning bagel.
- Toast - Spread on a slice of toasted bread, then top with fresh berries.
- Crepes - Use as a creamy filling for homemade crepes.
- Topping - Add a dollop to pancakes, french toast, waffles, and quick breads.
- Dip - Pair with graham crackers, shortbread, and other cookies as a sweet dip.
- Frosting - Serve as a quick frosting for cupcakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls, muffins, and more.
Storage
Store any leftover flavored cream cheese in an airtight container in your refrigerator. I recommend eating it within three to four days, and mix well before serving (if needed).
Related Recipes
If you enjoyed this recipe, try my Pumpkin Cream Cheese Spread next! And you'll love these other blueberry recipes, too:
- This easy Blueberry Crumble is so delicious, especially when topped with a scoop of ice cream.
- Make this Blueberry Freezer Jam recipe so you can enjoy fresh berries all year long!
- Turn your fave fruit into this tasty Blueberry Compote, a wonderful sauce that's so versatile (and simple to make).
- This yummy Blueberry Banana Bread is a scrumptious twist on the classic quick bread!
- Make a batch of these Blueberry Overnight Oats, then wake up to a delish breakfast all week long.
Blueberry Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Equipment
Instructions
- Pulse blueberries and sugar in food processor until berries are chopped.
- Let mixture sit for about 10 minutes, or until sugar is dissolved.
- Add cream cheese and lemon zest, then blend until smooth (there will be small bits of berry visible).
- Chill cream cheese for a couple hours before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
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