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Liptauer (Austrian/Slovakian Cheese Spread)

Liptauer is a delicious paprika-infused cheese spread which is perfect for entertaining. It’s easy to make and popular throughout Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 154 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: Austrian , Hungarian

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese at room temperature
  • 2 ounces (55 grams / 4 tablespoons) unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 clove garlic minced or crushed
  • 1 tablespoon minced white or brown onion
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika (substitute hot paprika if you prefer a spicy spread)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chopped capers
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds whole or ground with a spice grinder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
To Garnish (any combination of the following):
  • finely diced red bell pepper
  • Finely diced cornichons or pickles
  • Sliced scallions or chives
  • capers
  • paprika

Instructions

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  1. Add the soft cream cheese and butter to the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or to a mixing bowl using a handheld mixer. Beat together until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and beat until well combined.
  2. Transfer to a bowl and garnish if desired. Serve at room temperature with rye or pumpernickel breads, crackers, warm pretzels, or veggies for dipping/spreading. It’s especially great paired with red or white wine!
  3. Liptauer tastes even better after resting for at least 2 to 3 hours in the fridge to allow the flavors to develop. Return to room temperature before serving to allow it to soften back up. Liptauer will last about 1 week in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • In Slovakia, this spread is traditionally made with bryndza, a soft, sheep’s milk cheese, but many recipes use quark, cottage cheese, cream cheese, or even goat cheese as a stand-in. I use cream cheese in this recipe because it's easy to find and very versatile. If you use a different type of cheese from this list, the texture and thickness of the cheese spread may vary.
  • Instead of simply serving Liptauer in a bowl, you can unmold it onto a cheeseboard or plate. Line a small bowl with plastic wrap and fill it with the Liptauer, smoothing out the surface. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 3 hour to overnight. Then flip the cheese onto your board or plate and peel off the plastic wrap.

Nutrition Information

Calories 154kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 193mg (8%) Potassium 54mg (2%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154

% Daily Value*

Calories 154kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 193mg 8%
Potassium 54mg 1%
Sugar 1g 2%

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