Chipotle Cheese Spread is an excellent base recipe for so many things. This versatile recipe is terrific. It takes only a few minutes to put together and could be used in so many different ways that it boggles the mind! I love it as a filling for an omelet. It’s incredible slathered on a juicy grilled burger or stuff some into a chicken breast. It’s amazing as a spread for a pizza sauce, too! But one of the most incredible ways to enjoy Chipotle Cheese Spread is just piped or smeared on some crackers.
One day, I came up with this fabulous spread when I wanted something quick and tasty to put on a cracker but wanted more than just cheese. So I played around with chipotle peppers and some cream cheese, and this zippy stuff was born! I have used this in many ways and keep finding more ideas I want to try. A topping for some arepas or a baked potato comes to mind. This is one of those base recipes you could use as a savory filling for almost anything, and it would be delicious.
I used a great English cheddar for this recipe that added some real depth, so don’t skimp on the cheese. A mild cheese just won’t cut it. To make this chipotle cheese spread, you will need a food processor or a blender to blend all the ingredients into a smooth spread. Using a food processor makes this recipe come together in minutes and is one of the many reasons that this versatile appliance is so valuable in any kitchen. Chipotles in adobo sauce can be found in the Mexican area of most grocery stores, or you can find it here on Amazon.
OK, that is all for this week. I hope you are all staying safe and healthy out there in this crazy world. Please think of others in your choices. What you do matters to others. Until next time!
- 2 chipotle peppers from a can coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the same can
- 8 oz cream cheese at room temperature
- 4 oz good sharp cheddar cheese grated about 1 cup
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
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Cilantro for garnishing, optional
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In a food processor or blender, process the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and the white pepper.
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Process until very smooth. This will take several minutes.
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Spread on crackers, present it in a bowl, stuff chicken breasts, top burgers, fill an omelet. The uses are endless.
Garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.
