51 Recipes That Start with a Block of Cream Cheese

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51 Recipes That Start with a Block of Cream Cheese1/51 Buffalo Wing Poppers 18 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Buffalo Wing Poppers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 40 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These buffalo chicken poppers combine the flavor of hot wings and jalapeño appetizers to make a snack greater than the sum of their parts. —Barbara Nowakowski, Mesa, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 popper: 57 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 2/51 Blackberry White Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I read that white chocolate intensifies the flavor of blackberries. It’s true! The crunch of baking chips, the blackberry puree, and the sweet and salty pretzel crust make this a sensational mini dessert. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 553 calories, 38g fat (23g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 3/51 Fruity Croissant Puff 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruity Croissant Puff Recipe photo by Taste of Home

A friend made Buffalo chicken dip and

Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this recipe from a good friend. Sweet, tart, tender and light, it tastes like a Danish.—Myra Aimer, Tuttle, North Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 429 calories, 24g fat (14g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 358mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. 4/51 Vegetarian Buffalo Dip 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vegetarian Buffalo Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 40 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend made Buffalo chicken dip and

that got me thinking about creating a vegetarian dip with the same flavors

that got me thinking about creating a vegetarian dip with the same flavors. This addictive dip is so amazing, no one will miss the meat. —Amanda Silvers, Old Fort, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 113 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 526mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Also check out our cream cheese dip recipes no one can resist. 5/51 Mini PB&J Cheesecakes 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got hooked on these mini peanut butter and jelly cheesecakes

when a friend made them

when a friend made them. She let me steal her recipe, and now I’m sharing this tasty treat with you!—Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 mini cheesecake: 119 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 6/51 Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One taste of this outrageously delicious hot spinach artichoke dip and your guests will not stop eating it until

it’s gone. The savory blend of artichokes, spinach and Parmesan cheese is positively addictive! It tastes even better if you make it the night before and chill it in the fridge before baking. —Michelle Krzmarzick, Torrance, California Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 7/51 Billie’s Southern Sweet Potato Cake 14 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 18 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made sweet potato cakes for my kids when they were

Little did they know that was Mommy’s first attempt at homemade cake!

younger and they told me in their little voices, “Mommy, you’re the best baker.” Little did they know that was Mommy’s first attempt at homemade cake! —Billie Williams-Henderson, Bowie, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 519 calories, 36g fat (8g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 276mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 8/51 Vol-au-Vent 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Chicken Vol-au-Vent Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My friends and I have been getting together for “ladies lunches” for years. These vol-au-vents are the

Pumpkin isn’t only for pies

perfect no-fuss fancy food; they look complicated, but are actually simple and fun to make. Whenever I think of good friends and good company, I think of these savory pastries. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 filled pastry: 669 calories, 45g fat (16g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 19g protein. 9/51 Pumpkin Tiramisu 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin Cream Tiramisu Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pumpkin isn’t only for pies. Now you can take

the classic fall vegetable and enjoy it in a tiramisu-style dessert

the classic fall vegetable and enjoy it in a tiramisu-style dessert. I promise that after one bite, you’ll add this recipe to your keeper files. —Pam Peters, Fernie, British Columbia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 635 calories, 40g fat (25g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 432mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 10/51 Portobello Mushroom and Cream Cheese Taquitos Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This party appetizer was inspired by a dish I saw on an episode of Top Chef. I simplified it a

little and tweaked the flavors a bit

little and tweaked the flavors a bit. The taquitos can be made ahead and reheated in a 250° oven for 10 minutes. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 375 calories, 25g fat (7g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein. 11/51 Dill Vegetable Dip 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dill Vegetable Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend gave me this zesty dip recipe many years ago, and now I serve it at our annual

holiday open house

holiday open house. To make it mobile, spoon a serving of the dip in the bottom of a small cup, then garnish with fresh veggies. —Karen Gardiner, Eutaw, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 107 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 187mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 12/51 Grilled Fig and Honey Pizza Test Kitchen Approved Grilled Fig and Honey Pizza Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 slices Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I had figs I needed to use up, so I made a batch of

dough, tossed the figs on the grill and created a scrumptious dessert pizza

dough, tossed the figs on the grill and created a scrumptious dessert pizza. —Aaron Reynolds, Fox River Grove, Illinois 13/51 Cucumber Party Sandwiches 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cucumber Party Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my favorite appetizers. We have lots of pig roasts here in Kentucky, and these small sandwiches are perfect to serve while the pig is cooking. —Rebecca Rose, Mount Washington, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 open-faced sandwich: 53 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 92mg

sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein

sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 14/51 Apricot Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Colorful gelatin salad adds a spot of brightness to any table. It blends well with this holiday feast. We children didn’t know if it should be a salad or dessert, with its smooth texture and delicate flavor.—Fae Fisher, Callao, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 235 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 121mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 15/51 Ground Beef Taco Dip 13

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What’s a football party without taco dip? This version made with spicy ground beef and fresh toppings does not disappoint the die-hards. It is full of classic flavors and is a little extra filling for game day appetites. —Errika Perry, Green Bay, WI Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein. 16/51 Quick Tortilla Pinwheels 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved KRISTINA VANNI FOR TASTE

Serve them with your choice of mild or hot salsa or picante sauce

OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings about 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Prepare these easy, cheesy pinwheels several days in advance if desired. Serve them with your choice of mild or hot salsa or picante sauce. —Barbara Keith, Faucett, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 pinwheel: 47 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 17/51 Creamed Potatoes 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved EMILY DAVIS for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These melt-in-your-mouth potatoes, in

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