Looking for a super easy, two-ingredient game day appetizer that always delivers? This Smoked Cream Cheese Spread is a fan favorite for a reason. With minimal prep and lots of smoky flavor, it's the perfect addition to any Sunday spread. Be sure to elevate your smoked cream cheese with The Bearded Butcher Hot Blend for a perfectly smoky, spicy spread that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Toss it on the smoker, and you've got a no-stress appetizer that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Cream Cheese (2 blocks)
- 2-3 Tbsp of The Bearded Butcher Hot Seasoning Blend
Instructions on how to Make the Smoked Cream Cheese Spread:
- Preheat the Smoker- Preheat your smoker to 250°F.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese- Unwrap two blocks of cream cheese and place them side by side in a skillet or smoker-safe pan. Using a sharp knife, score the tops with a crosshatch pattern - this helps the smoke to penetrate.
- Season Generously- Sprinkle The Bearded Butcher Hot Seasoning evenly over the cream cheese, coat all sides.
- Smoke the Cream Cheese- Place the skillet onto the preheated smoker and smoke for about about 1½ hours, or until the cream cheese is warmed through and the crosshatch pattern is clearly defined.
- Serve and Enjoy- Remove from the smoker and serve warm. This spread is delicious on its own and pairs perfectly with crackers and pickled jalapeno coins - a simple, crowd-pleasing win for game day.
Watch this Smoked Cream Cheese Spread disappear before kickoff is over!
