Blueberry Cream Cheese is a creamy, tangy spread made from a combination of cream cheese and fresh blueberries, giving it a beautiful purple hue and a burst of fruity flavor.
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❤️ Why You'll Love It
- This recipe is a great way to use summer fresh blueberries while they are at the peak of freshness.
- The tart berries give this cream cheese a sweet blueberry flavor that pairs so well with your morning coffee and a piece of toast.
- You only need a few simple ingredients so you don't have to worry about spending a lot of money the next time you are at the grocery store.
Making homemade blueberry cream cheese has so many benefits. You get to control the ingredients and the amounts added. So, you can feel good about feeding it to your family.
📝 Ingredients
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
📋 Ingredient Notes
- Cream cheese - Use a block of cream cheese for the best texture and taste.
- Vanilla extract - I like to use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- Sugar - I like to use granulated sugar or pure cane sugar.
- Blueberries - I prefer to use fresh berries. You can use frozen blueberries however you will need to thaw them first.
🥄 Instructions
Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Cut the blueberries in half and add them to a small bowl.
- Add a tablespoon of sugar and allow the blueberries to sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Remove the blueberries from the juice and place them in the food processor, along with cream cheese and vanilla, puree until your desired texture.
- Add sugar if needed.
- Place the cream cheese mixture in an airtight container in the fridge to chill for at least one hour.
🥣 Equipment
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- food processor
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👍 Amira's Tips
- If you don't have a food processor you can use an electric mixer with a whisk attachment instead.
- Make sure that you use softened cream cheese so that the blueberries mix well.
- Once your blueberry cream cheese is fully mixed, give it a taste and then add a little bit of sugar if needed.
- A great way to prevent the cream cheese from sticking to your wooden spoon when you are transferring it is to spray your spoon lightly with nonstick cooking spray. It makes clean-up a snap.
- Are you looking for a delicious breakfast treat? Try spreading a small amount of this blueberry mixture on a slice of coffee cake or cinnamon tea cake.
🧺 Storage
Refrigerate - Store the cream cheese mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Freeze - You can also freeze the cream cheese mixture in a sealed container for up to three months. To thaw, place it in the fridge overnight and give it a good stir before using.
⌛ Make Ahead
One of the best things about this recipe is that it is great when made ahead, and if you ask me it tastes even better the next day.
🍽️ Serve With
This homemade blueberry cream cheese is delicious when smeared on your morning bagel or English muffins for a sweet breakfast. Or, you could also smear a little on some graham crackers to make delicious treats for an after-school snack.
👩🍳 Variations
- For a little extra flavor try adding some lemon zest or a dash of lemon juice to your cream cheese mixture.
- Not a fan of sugar? Use your favorite sugar substitute instead of granulated sugar.
💬 FAQs
Yes, it does contain sugar. However, you can also control the sweetness when you make this creamy spread, so you don't have to worry about having too much sugar.
📣 Related Recipes
- Do you love blueberry recipes? If so, next time I recommend that you give these Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. They are fluffy, flavorful, and super easy to make.
- Enjoy ripe summer peaches all year long with this easy Peach Jam recipe. A delicious sweet and tangy spread for your morning toast, afternoon tea, or as a perfect dessert filling.
- This Cinnamon Bread Pudding is another recipe that can be made for breakfast or dessert. Your whole family will love it.
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- Savor your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and cinnamon rolls with this rich and simple Philadelphia Cream Cheese Frosting. Easy cream cheese frosting that you can customize to your preferences.
- Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavor of this Slow Cooker Apple Butter made easily at home. A homemade condiment that's perfect for gifting on any occasion.
- Microwave Lemon Curd is another one of my favorite recipes to serve on bagels. It adds such a sweet and tart flavor.
- Sweet, creamy, and perfect for spreading this Whipped Honey recipe will take your breakfasts and snacks to the next level!
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Blueberry cream cheese
Ingredients
- 1 package 8oz cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 Tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Cut blueberries in half and place in a small bowl.
- Mix with a tablespoon of sugar and set aside for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- You will notice that some blueberry juice will accumulate at the bottom of the bowl.
- Take the blueberries out without the water and place them in the bowl of your food processor.
- Add cream cheese and vanilla extract then puree to your liking.
- Taste to adjust sugar and add more if you need to.
- Place cream cheese spread in an airtight container and refrigerate to set for about an hour before serving.
Notes
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Nutrition
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Nancy Karlen
I like the thought, but not the technique. and suppose it is too watery with all the blue berry juice? I would like to get out the processor and dump in the berries and that IT sugar ( or all the sugar?) and process, let sit for a while as the cream cheese warms a bit, then pour off ALL the juice and then add back a certain amount--like half or 2/3, 3/4th???? and then process it all up. Would this work?? I am not interested in halving blueberries that are going to be processed. I would be more tempted to put the berrry juice in a glass measuring cup and reduce it by half ?? in the microwave-or in a pan on the sove-and dump it back in for "very berry" flavor!!