Schmear
Total Time
5 Minutes
Prep Time
5 Minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
9 oz
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or crème fraiche
- 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
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Preparation
Step 1
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and lemon juice, increasing the speed as the ingredients combine, until fluffy, lightened, and spreadable, just 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 2
Alternatively, use a medium mixing bowl and a stiff spoon to combine and then stir and whip vigorously to aerate and lighten the mixture.
Step 3
Pack the schmear into a ramekin or two, cover, and chill until ready to serve. It will keep for 1 week in the refrigerator.
Step 4
Chive Cheese Variation: To the schmear, stir in 1⁄2 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh chives, and 1⁄4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. It will keep for about 2 days in the refrigerator before its oniony flavor becomes overwhelming.
Step 5
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Chef's notes
Chive Cheese Variation:
To the schmear, stir in 1⁄2 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh chives, and 1⁄4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
The chive cheese will keep for about 2 days before its oniony flavor becomes overpowering.
