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Smoked cream cheese with a cross hatch pattern and a drizzle of honey, surrounded by crackers and bread on a wooden platter.
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Smoked Cream Cheese

Take cream cheese to another level with a delightful smoky flavor.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 105kcal
Author Chellie Schmitz
Cost $5

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 block cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional
  • Assorted accompaniments such as crackers bread, veggies, etc.

Instructions

  • Preheat the smoker to 200°.
  • Make the dry rub by combining the brown sugar, salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard, and paprika together in a small bowl. Stir well to combine, set aside.
  • Coat the cream cheese in the dry rub. Gently press the seasoning into the cheese to help it stick.
  • Using a sharp knife, score the cream cheese in a cross hatch pattern.
  • Place the cheese in a cast iron pan, or just a sheet of foil will do too.
  • Put the pan in the smoker for 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until the center is warm.
  • Just before serving, drizzle honey over the top if desired.

Notes

  • Full fat cream cheese is recommended because it has better flavor and better consistency.
  • This rub has a great traditional BBQ flavor, but get creative with other flavor infusions by mixing in herbs, spices, or other seasonings before smoking. Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs like dill or chives, smoked paprika, or even honey for a touch of sweetness.
  • We made this on the Big Green Egg smoker, but other smoker grills will work as well.
  • Store any leftover smoked cream cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should last for several days to a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 989mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 426IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 0.4mg