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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    29 Easy Cream Cheese Appetizers

    Published: Sep 25, 2021 by Kelly Stilwell · This post may contain affiliate links 1 Comment

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    Collage of appetizers.

    These easy cream cheese appetizers are some of the simplest party foods to create. I always have a package of cream cheese in the fridge because you can mix in such a wide variety of things to make delicious starters to take to parties or to serve while watching a game or your favorite TV show.

    We often eat appetizers for dinner, combining small plates like the stuffed mushrooms (first on the list below) with my best bruschetta recipe, a cheese tray with veggies, or this vegan hummus that is so delicious and healthy!

    This list of party appetizers has something for everyone! Who needs a main dish when you can have a little bit of everything?

    And if you're a fan of cream cheese, you've got to check out these amazing cream cheese dip recipes. So much creamy goodness! Let me know which cream cheese appetizer recipe is your favorite!

    Delicious Hot Shrimp Dip

    This hot shrimp dip recipe is so easy to make and turns out delicious every time. We love shrimp and we’re always finding new ways to enjoy it. You’ll love this one!
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    Delicious Hot Shrimp Dip

    Classic Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

    This classic stuffed mushrooms recipe is probably the most requested appetizer I get from family and friends. It’s the perfect appetizer and only has 3 ingredients!
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    Classic Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

    Authentic Maryland Crab Dip Recipe

    This Maryland crab dip recipe is one of my favorite appetizers. I’ve been eating Chesapeake Bay Maryland blue crab all my life, and this is a recipe from years of eating crab dip!
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    Authentic Maryland Crab Dip Recipe

    Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly Appetizer

    This Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly Appetizer recipe takes so little time and has just three ingredients! If you’ve never tried this starter, you’re in for a treat. Whether this is your first time making
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    Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly Appetizer

    Roasted Pepper Cheese Bites

    This recipe for Roasted Pepper Cheese Bites is so easy! Have friends dropping over on the fly? You can make these in minutes using Ritz crackers or your favorite crackers!
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    Roasted Pepper Cheese Bites

    Sausage Dip With Cream Cheese And Cheddar

    Want a hot cheese dip that will be a huge hit on game day? This sausage dip with cream cheese and cheddar is so good, you’ll want to throw a party just so you have an excuse to make it again!
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    Sausage Dip With Cream Cheese And Cheddar

    Tiropita: A Greek-Style Feta Cheese Appetizer

    Tiropita is a Greek-style feta cheese filled appetizer made with pastry. In this Americanized recipe, puff pastry ensures it easy to make!
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    Tiropita: A Greek-Style Feta Cheese Appetizer

    Taki Topped Stuffed Jalapenos

    If you are a lover of spicy foods then these Taki and cream cheese stuffed jalapenos are for you! Warning, these are not for the faint of heart! Fresh jalapenos are filled with a blend of cheeses and then topped with Taki bread crumbs for the ultimate party food!
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    Taki Topped Stuffed Jalapenos

    Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Tomatoes

    A low fat creamy whipped feta dip recipe with easy balsamic roasted tomatoes and tons of ideas for healthy crostini, pita chips, and more for dipping.
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    Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Tomatoes

    Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Recipe

    Don’t order take out. Make Crab Rangoon at home. This Air Fryer Crab Rangoon recipe can be made in the air fryer or with the oven.
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    Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Recipe

    Cranberry Orange Crescent Rolls Recipe

    Using refrigerated dough, fresh cranberries, cream cheese and orange juice, these cranberry orange crescent rolls are unmatched in flavor.
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    Cranberry Orange Crescent Rolls Recipe

    Sausage Balls Without Bisquick Recipe

    These Bisquick-free sausage balls are made with flour and no baking mixes to get a moist inside and perfect outside.
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    Sausage Balls Without Bisquick Recipe

    Ham and Cream Cheese Roll Ups (with Pickle Relish)

    These easy Ham and Cream Cheese Roll Ups are such a delicious make ahead appetizer, snack or finger food to serve a crowd at any party!
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    Ham and Cream Cheese Roll Ups (with Pickle Relish)

    Cream Cheese Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

    Cream cheese stuffed cherry tomatoes are a great, healthy snack. Creamy, garlicky and delicious! | Simply Low Cal @simplylowcal #cherrytomatoes #creamygarlictomatoes #simplylowcal
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    Cream Cheese Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

    Buffalo Wing Dip

    Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip is a fast and easy party appetizer that is great for any get-together, from Super Bowl parties to game nights, everyone will love this Buffalo wing dip recipe
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    Buffalo Wing Dip

    Baked Vegetarian Chili Cheese Dip

    Chili Cheese Dip is the ultimate easy party dip! It’s uses only 3 ingredients and can be baked in the oven or made in the microwave.
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    Baked Vegetarian Chili Cheese Dip

    Cucumber Salmon Bites

    It doesn’t get easier than these Cucumber Salmon Bites. These appetisers are delicious and popular at a drinks party or as a light start before dinner.
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    Cucumber Salmon Bites

    Avocado Tomatillo Roll

    This Avocado Tomatillo Roll is a unique appetizer with creamy avocados, tangy tomatillos and spicy serrano peppers wrapped in a blanket of cream cheese. This is a nice summer appetizer recipe.
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    Avocado Tomatillo Roll

    Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball

    This Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Ball is the ultimate appetizer. Made with cream cheese, jalapeño pepper, Mexican cheese, smoked paprika, Mexican oregano, chipotle powder, and garlic powder then rolled in crispy bacon and diced jalapenos!
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    Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball

    Bourbon Bacon Jam Cheese Ball

    Made from three cheeses, this creamy bourbon bacon jam cheese ball elevates any charcuterie platter. Everyone loves this bacon cheese ball!
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    Bourbon Bacon Jam Cheese Ball

    Delicious Shrimp Wonton Cups Recipe

    Shrimp Wonton Cups are perfect party food. They taste great and are individually portioned, making them easily sharable with a crowd.
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    Delicious Shrimp Wonton Cups Recipe

    Buffalo Chicken Sliders

    Buffalo chicken sliders are a great party appetizer that are ready in under 30 minutes. Discover the best recipe for buffalo chicken sliders.
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    Buffalo Chicken Sliders

    Garlic and Chive Stuffed Mushrooms (Keto)

    These easy stuffed mushrooms are always a hit at cocktail hour! Made with a blend of garlic, chive and cream cheese your guests will love.
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    Garlic and Chive Stuffed Mushrooms (Keto)

    Buffalo Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe

    This Buffalo Ranch Cheese Ball is a tasty, easy make-ahead appetizer. Add more or less hot sauce to make it as spicy as you’d like.
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    Buffalo Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe

    Summer Sausage Cheese Ball

    Summer sausage, four cheeses, green onions and chives make the flavors in this festive cheese ball out of this world. Make it in no time and watch it disappear!
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    Summer Sausage Cheese Ball

    Quick & Easy Salami Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

    Whip up a platter with just 3 simple ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep. Serve alone as bites, or as a topping on crackers.
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    Quick & Easy Salami Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

    Low Carb Keto Sausage Balls Recipe With Cream Cheese

    See how to make keto sausage balls with cream cheese... 6 ingredients + 25 minutes! This EASY sausage ball recipe makes an irresistible low carb appetizer, meal, or snack.
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    Low Carb Keto Sausage Balls Recipe With Cream Cheese

    Crab Rangoon Crescent Rolls Recipe

    Learn to make crab rangoon crescent rolls in this easy recipe. A cream cheese and crab mixture is surrounded by a tender, flaky crust.
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    Crab Rangoon Crescent Rolls Recipe

    The Best Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe - Little Sunny Kitchen

    Make the best Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball for your next party. With the perfect blend of savory seasonings, it’s an amazing shareable appetizer that nobody can resist.
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    The Best Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe - Little Sunny Kitchen

    Tips for Serving

    I have always felt presentation is important, so I have a cabinet for my pretty serving dishes. This multi-tiered dish is nice as it won't take a lot of room on a table and is so pretty. When I travel I try to buy dishes so I can match the food to the dish, like this festive tray with designs of Mexico. I like how the small dishes come out, so you could put them around the table for easier access.

    Variations

    Cream cheese pairs so well with so many different ingredients. Serve a block of Philadelphia cream cheese with red pepper jelly poured over it, and you have an easy tasty appetizer recipe your party guests will love that took one minute to make!

    Try different jams or jellies. Raspberry jelly and even cranberry sauce or cranberry salsa are both good if you don't like the heat or red peppers. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

    For a super easy recipe, make cream cheese roll ups by adding a tablespoon of cream cheese to a piece of prosciutto or other sliced meat and roll it up for a yummy easy cream cheese appetizer.

    Try a new flavor combination by adding a slice of green onion, a basil leaf, or a few sprigs of fresh parsley for even more flavor. The combination possibilities are endless for cream cheese snacks and simple appetizers. You'll have a good time testing new flavors of these finger foods and you'll be ready for those holiday parties!

    And you'll want to have a couple of desserts to end your gathering with, so be sure to bookmark these traditional Italian dessert recipes, peanut butter brownies, and this delicious Jello Parfait.

    Top tip

    Above all, be a good party guest! When taking cream cheese appetizers to a friend's house, you'll want to consider whether you'll have to warm up the dish. The last thing a host needs is to have to go looking for a baking dish or pan, so bring it in an oven-safe container and just pop it in the oven. Don't forget to set the timer! If it has a garnish, pack it in a separate baggie and add it after it comes out of the oven for the best presentation. Remember to bring a serving spoon, as well.

    How long do these cream cheese appetizers keep?

    Any leftover cream cheese appetizers can be covered with plastic wrap or placed in an airtight container for 2-3 days. These appetizers don't stand up well to freezing.

    Is there a substitute for cream cheese?

    If you had to use something else in place of cream cheese, I'd suggest mascarpone, though it does have a slightly sweet flavor. Greek yogurt or sour cream will work in dips.

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    Appetizers made with cream cheese.

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    Author: Kelly Stilwell

    Ingredients

    Some Ingredients You Will Need:

    • Ritz Crackers
    • Cream Cheese
    • Ham
    • Sausage
    • Fresh Vegetables
    • Cheddar Cheese

    Instructions

    Here's a handful of our favorites, choose your favorite and Start cooking!

    • Classic Stuffed Mushrooms
    • Baked Vegetarian Chili Cheese Dip
    • Ham and Cream Cheese Roll Ups
    • Roasted Pepper Cheese Bites
    • Sausage Dip With Cream Cheese And Cheddar
    • Avocado Tomatillo Roll
    • Buffalo Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe
    • Quick & Easy Salami Cream Cheese Roll-Ups
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    1. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

      December 07, 2021 at 10:50 pm

      thanks for including me! Yummed and tweeted. Let me know when there's a pin and I'll pin as well!

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