Strawberry Cream Cheese
This strawberry cream cheese recipe is a blend of creamy dreams and berrylicious perfection. It’s like a sweet symphony of strawberries and cream, dancing harmoniously on a bagel or a warm slice of toast. So go ahead, spread the love and get ready to savor a schmear that’ll make you say, “Oh, berry good!”
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup strawberries washed and chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar more or less to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream optional
Instructions
- Wash and chop the berries, gently soaking up any additional liquid before adding to the cream cheese.
- Combined all of the ingredients in a stand mixer that is fitted with the paddle attachment. * Mix at medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes, or until combined well.
If using the cream:
- Scrape the sides of the mixer and continue to whip for 5 minutes, or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Spread onto pastries, bagels, or toast and enjoy!
Notes
Blender Instructions: If you opt for the blender version the mixture should only be pulsed for 1 to 2 minutes. Watch closely to make sure the cream cheese does not over mix.