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Lemon Dill Schmear

Learn the history of cream cheese and try a recipe for Lemon Dill Schmear- a lemony herb cream cheese spread. Bagels, schmear, dairy, kosher.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 18 servings
Calories: 89 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, or more for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and white pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Fit your food processor with a blade attachment. Place cream cheese, lemon juice, whipping cream, lemon zest, and dill into the processor. Process to blend all ingredients until a creamy, smooth texture develops. You may add more whipping cream if desired; this will soften the texture and make it more dip-like. After processing, taste the schmear-- add more lemon juice, salt, and white pepper to taste, if desired.
  2. Chill the schmear until ready to serve. Garnish with a lemon twist, if desired (instructions can be found here). Spread on toasted bagels or crackers.

Notes

  • You will also need: Food processor

Nutrition Information

Calories 89kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 81mg (3%) Potassium 37mg (1%) Vitamin A 355IU (7%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 89

% Daily Value*

Calories 89kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 81mg 3%
Potassium 37mg 1%
Vitamin A 355IU 7%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.