Blueberry Cream Cheese
Discover the perfect blend of sweet and creamy with this easy Blueberry Cream Cheese recipe. Made with fresh blueberries, smooth cream cheese, and a hint of vanilla, it’s ideal for bagels, toast, and more. Chill for a few hours and enjoy a delicious, homemade spread that’s both vibrant and flavorful.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh North Bay Produce Blueberries
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice about 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Blueberries
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh blueberries and lemon juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries soften and the juices start to bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Cool the Mixture
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the blueberry mixture cool to room temperature.
Blend the Cream Cheese:
- In a food processor, combine the softened cream cheese, vanilla extract, and the cooled blueberry mixture. Process until smooth and well-blended, with a bright and vibrant color.
Chill and Serve:
- Transfer the blueberry cream cheese to a container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best flavor and texture. Serve chilled.
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Notes
If you don't have a food processor, place the cream cheese and vanilla extract into a large bowl. Using a hand mixer, blend until smooth and creamy. Add in the cooled blueberries and blend until smooth. Then simply store in a container in the refrigerator until cool and firm.
Nutrition
Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 261IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.1mg