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Ham & Onion Cream Cheese Cracker Spread Appetizer Recipe

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Ham and Onion Cream Cheese Cracker Spread

Cultural Context

This spread is a classic American appetizer, often served at parties and gatherings. It highlights the combination of creamy texture and savory flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser. Variations exist, with some adding different herbs or spices, while others might use different meats. Its simplicity and ease of preparation have made it a staple in many households across the United States.

AmericanUSappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 blocks cream cheese (8 oz each)
1 pound cooked sliced ham
bunch of green onions
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Ritz or club crackers
radishes (optional for serving)
celery (optional for serving)

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: soft cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

diced ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: cooked chicken

Turkey ham is lower in fat, while cooked chicken is often less expensive.

1

Clean and chop the green onions.

2

Soften 2 blocks of cream cheese in the microwave.

3

Slice the cooked sliced ham into thin slices, then cut into small cubes.

4

Add the chopped green onions and half a teaspoon of onion powder to the mixing bowl.

5

Add about half of the diced ham to the mixing bowl.

6

Use an electric mixer to blend the ingredients together until thoroughly mixed.

7

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning by adding more onion powder and ham if desired.

8

Divide the mixture into two portions, placing one in a serving dish and the other in a container for refrigeration.

9

Cover the serving dish with saran wrap and chill in the fridge for at least an hour or two before serving.

10

Serve with Ritz or club crackers, and optionally with sliced radishes or celery.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlelectric mixerknifesaran wrap

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Cream Cheese Cracker SpreadHam Spread

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