Smoked Cream Cheese

If you own a smoker and looking for a new appetizer then you must check out this smoked cream cheese recipe. Serve it with crackers.

One of the trends right now is Smoked Cream Cheese. Basically seasoning a block of cream cheese and smoking it for a couple of hours at a low temperature in your smoker.

I like to use Everything Bagel Seasoning but you can use whatever you want. I've seen some use a cinnamon-sugar mixture, bbq rub or even some jalapeños. The possibilities are almost endless.

Just be mindful that whatever you use should pair well with cream cheese. Next time I make this appetizer I might try some buffalo sauce or cinnamon with some apple pie filling. Sounds yummy to me!

Before you ask, no the cream cheese will not melt. I know this defies logic for some but trust me it won't melt. Just make sure you stick to the recommended temperatures between 200°F and 250°F for optimal results.

I initially made this appetizer for a Happy Hour get-together I was hosting at my house. Needless to say, this everything bagel cream cheese was a big hit with everyone. I should've made more than one it was that good.

💭 Recipe Tip

While you can pretty much use any brand of cream cheese, I highly recommend you use Philadelphia brand cream cheese. You will taste the difference.

💭 Recipe Variation

If you are not a fan of everything bagel we have a few options for you. You can coat the cream cheese in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, a dusting of crushed gingersnap cookies, or a mixture of dried minced onion and garlic powder.

You can also lightly cost the cream cheese in some olive oil with a light dusting of your favorite BBQ seasoning and top with some diced jalapeños and crumbled bacon.

For more great recipes like this one, I suggest you check these recipes out:

• Easy Smoked Baby Back Ribs
• Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
• Smoked Prime Rib
• Smoked Pulled Pork
• Wendy's Copycat Chili

📋 What Ingredients do I need

You will need the following ingredients to make this Smoked Cream Cheese recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Cream Cheese, Everything Bagel Seasoning and Crackers.

🥣 How to make Smoked Cream Cheese

Apply the Everything Bagel Seasoning all over the cream cheese block. Make sure you put some on all 6 sides. Add a few sear marks to the top with a knife.
Place on a small baking sheet or piece of aluminum foil.
Put the cream cheese on your smoker and cook for 1 ½ hours at 250°F or 2 hours at 200°F.