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Strawberry Cream Cheese

A creamy and sweet spread perfect for bagels, pancakes, or simply enjoying with a spoon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and diced
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Hull and dice the fresh strawberries into small pieces.
  2. Ensure the cream cheese is softened at room temperature.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gently fold in the diced strawberries with a spatula.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary, adding more powdered sugar if desired.
  6. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes if time allows.
  7. Serve the strawberry cream cheese on bagels, toast, or pancakes.
  8. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

This spread is great for various dishes, from breakfast to dessert. Try different berries or add a touch of cinnamon for variety.