Caramelized Onion & Chive Cream Cheese Recipe
This creamy caramelized onion and chive spread is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The sweet caramelized onions add a rich depth of flavor, while the chives bring a bright and fresh herbal note. Silky smooth from the cream cheese base, this spread is perfect for adding a gourmet touch to your gatherings or snacks.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 12 oz. low-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel cheese), softened
- 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat a large saucepan set over medium heat. Coat with cooking spray. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup water, cover the pan and cook until the onions are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Remove 1/2 cup of the caramelized onions to a cutting board and chop. Let the chopped onions cool. Reserve the remaining onions for another use.
- Place the cream cheese in a medium-sized bowl and whip with a hand-mixer until fluffy, about 20 seconds.
- Stir in the caramelized onions, chives and salt. Serve or store, covered, in the refrigerator.
Cook Time
25M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
1 1/2 cups (approximately)
Nutrition
- Calories: 745 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 42 g
- Protein Content: 28 g
- Fat Content: 52 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 31 g
- Cholesterol Content: 184 mg
- Sodium Content: 1422 mg
- Fiber Content: 2 g
- Sugar Content: 26 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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