1. Classic Garlic Herb Butter Spread
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mash butter until creamy.
- Stir in garlic, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper.
- Spread over warm bread or store in the fridge in an airtight container.
Perfect for garlic bread, sandwiches, or as a finishing butter for steaks.
2. Creamy Cheese & Herb Spread
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp dill (fresh or dried)
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Great on crackers, baguettes, or bagels.
3. Nutty Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (Homemade Nutella)
Ingredients:
- 2 cups hazelnuts (roasted & peeled)
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Blend hazelnuts in a food processor until creamy.
- Add cocoa powder, sugar, oil, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Store in a jar at room temperature for 2 weeks.
Perfect for toast, croissants, or fruit dipping.
4. Mediterranean Hummus Spread
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas (drained & rinsed)
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients in a blender until creamy.
- Add 1–2 tbsp water if too thick.
Spread on pita bread, wraps, or use as a veggie dip.
5. Sweet Cinnamon Honey Butter
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Whip butter with honey and cinnamon until fluffy.
- Store in a jar in the fridge.
Amazing on toast, pancakes, waffles, or cornbread.
6. Avocado Feta Spread
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Mash avocado in a bowl.
- Mix in feta, olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings.
Creamy, tangy, and delicious for sandwiches or as a dip.
Tips & Variations
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Mix in roasted red peppers for smoky flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier spread.
- Store most spreads in airtight containers in the fridge for up to a week.