Best Onion Topped Cheese Spread Recipes

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CARAMELIZED ONION, ROASTED PEPPER AND CINNAMON CHEESE SPREAD



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The naturally sweet flavors of caramelized onions and cinnamon come together in these cream cheese topped crackers.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 crackers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup roasted red bell peppers, drained and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 package (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
24 KeeblerĀ® Town HouseĀ® Original crackers

Steps:

  • 1. In large skillet cook onion in oil, uncovered, over medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Stir in bell peppers, parsley, salt and black pepper. Cook over medium heat for 4 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
  • 3. Meanwhile, in small bowl stir together cream cheese and cinnamon. Spread on KEEBLER TOWN HOUSE Original crackers. Top with onion mixture. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Entwine Pairing: Chardonnay (sweet onions and tangy red peppers bring out the wine's apricot fruit)
  • Nutrition Information:
  • Serving Size: 2 crackers, 1.5 tsp cream cheese mixture plus 1 tbs onion mixture; Calories 90, Calories From Fat 70, Saturated Fat 2.5g, Trans Fat 0g, Total Fat 8g, Cholesterol 10mg, Sodium 115mg, Total Carbohydrates 5g, Sugars 1g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Protein 1g, Vitamin A 4%, Vitamin C 4%, Calcium 2%, Iron 2%

FRENCH QUARTER CHEESE SPREAD



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Topped with toasty pecans, this sweet-and-savory cheese ball makes a festive hostess gift for holiday parties. Says Heidi: "It's always a hit; there's never anything left over, and everyone asks for the recipe." At home, make it ahead of time for convenience, then bring to room temp and serve. Heidi Blaine Hadburg - Safety Harbor, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, onion and garlic. Transfer to a serving plate; shape into a 6-in. disk. Set aside., In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Cook and stir over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans. , Cool slightly. Spoon over cheese mixture. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

RASPBERRY CHEESE SPREAD



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"A party guest brought this attractive appetizer to our home, and we fell in love with it," says Jane Montgomery from Hilliard, Ohio. "Now I often make it myself with we have company."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield about 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Beat in cheeses and onions. Stir in pecans. Spread into a plastic wrap-lined 9-in. round dish. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour., Invert onto a serving plate; spread with preserves. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHUTNEY-TOPPED CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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I've had the pleasure of introducing many of my friends and family to chutney, that sweet and savory fruit sauce. Make the spread even faster by using chive-flavored whipped cream cheese. -Michelle Torkelson, Ham Lake, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 green onions, chopped
3/4 cup chutney
1/4 cup chopped salted peanuts
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; stir in green onions. Spread into a shallow serving dish., Top with chutney; sprinkle with peanuts. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAM CHEESE ONION SPREAD



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Looking for a buffet appetizer? Here's a spread that goes together in minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 large sweet onion (such as Vidalia, Walla Walla or Maui), chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tub (8 ounces) soft cream cheese with chives and onion
Pumpernickel or rye cocktail bread, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onions in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in parsley and cream cheese until smooth. Spoon into small bowl. Serve warm or cold with cocktail bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 55 mg

EASY AND DELICIOUS BAKED PARMESAN-ONION DIP



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If you are an onion-lover you will love this, it takes very little time to make and may be made in advance covered and refrigerated until ready to bake, use mayonnaise only for this not salad dressing --- serve this dip with Ritz butter crackers --- servings are only estimated.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Onions

Time 55m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium sweet onions, finely chopped (won't hurt to add in one more onion!)
1 cup mayonnaise (do not use salad dressing, use Hellman's mayo for this)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) (optional)
cayenne pepper (adjust to heat level) (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a bowl combine the mayo, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic together until well combined and smooth.
  • Mix inchopped onions until combined, then season with black pepper and cayenne (if using).
  • Transfer to the baking dish.
  • Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.
  • Serve with butter crackers.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 40.6, Sodium 455.7, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 7.9

GARLIC CHEESE SPREAD



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Making this cheese spread is easy and fun. It tastes great on flatbread, focaccia or crackers. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Flatbread, focaccia bread or assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and oil until fluffy. Add the Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic and pepper; beat until well blended. , Spoon into a small container. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve with flatbread, focaccia or crackers. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

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