Cream Cheese Spread with Warm Cherry Sauce
Cream cheese spread with warm cherry sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with the sweet and tangy flavor of cherry sauce. It can be used as a spread on bagels or toast, as a topping for pancakes or waffles, or even as a dip for fruit or crackers. The warm cherry sauce adds a burst of flavor and a hint of warmth that complements the cool creaminess of the cheese. It's a delightful treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. block cream cheese room temperature
- 2 cups dark cherries pitted and chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey preferably local
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary or 1½ teaspoon fresh leaves, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup water
- ¼ cup pecans roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves finely chopped optional
Instructions
- Place a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add cherries, honey, rosemary, cinnamon, salt, and water. Stir to combine.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is reduced by one half and a thick sauce develops, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Place the cream cheese on a serving platter and pour half the warm cherry sauce on top. Reserve the remaining sauce to top off the spread, as needed, or serve on the side. Top with chopped pecans and the finely chopped rosemary, if desired. Serve immediately with gluten-free crackers. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
Tip: Fresh or frozen cherries can be used for this recipe, but you’ll save time using frozen. Place frozen cherries in a large bowl and thaw at room temperature. Use the liquid in the bowl and reduce the amount of water to one-quarter cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 163kcal (8%)Carbohydrates: 21g (7%)Protein: 10g (20%)Fat: 5g (8%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 7mg (2%)Sodium: 545mg (24%)Potassium: 343mg (10%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 17g (19%)Vitamin A: 81IU (2%)Vitamin C: 5mg (6%)Calcium: 217mg (22%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
