Cream Cheese Appetizers from Humble to Haute

John Kernick
Too often cream cheese is thought of as a breakfast spread when actually it's a super-versatile ingredient that stars in all manner of delicious appetizers. These are the recipes your next party needs.
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Crepes with Smoked Fishes and Dill Cream Cheese

John Kernick
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Too often cream cheese is thought of as a breakfast spread when actually it's a super-versatile ingredient that stars in all manner of delicious appetizers. These are the recipes your next party needs.

Crepes with Smoked Fishes and Dill Cream Cheese

A lavish, totally irresistible appetizer that will wow your guests. Cream cheese goes fancy; it's dressed up with dill and served with delicate crepes and thin slices of smoked salmon and sturgeon.

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Buffalo-Style Celery Sticks

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Blue cheese meets cream cheese in these crunchy crowd-pleasers.

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Cheese Ball

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The ultimate holiday appetizer? This cheese ball recipe is elegant and festive. If you want to mix it up, switch the pecan coating for your favorite herb, seed, or nut.

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Pepperoncini Poppers

Bryan Gardner
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Move over, jalapenos! These poppers are our latest favorite. The tangy-savory pepperoncini peppers are filled with cream cheese and topped with bacon -- one is surely not enough.

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Smoked Salmon and Endive Tea Sandwiches

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Don't be fooled by the name, these bite-size sandwiches are good anytime of the day. Serve with a dry white wine -- or Champagne!

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"Love" Dip with Tortilla Chips and Crudites

Nicole Franzen
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Simple to make, creamy and spicy to eat, this cream-cheese-and-salsa dip is another winning appetizer.

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Cucumber and Salmon Roe on Toasts

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On the haute side of the appetizer spectrum but easy to make -- and easy to eat -- these fancy two-bite appetizers are as pretty as they are delicious.

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Stuffed Jalapenos

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All hail the king of party snacks! These cream-cheese-and-cheddar-stuffed peppers are surely one of the most-loved hors d’oeuvres.

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Wonton Cups with Cream Cheese and Chutney

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A little spicy with a touch of sweet, these crispy cups are filled with the perfect blend of cream cheese and chutney. 

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Pistachio-Covered Cheese Log

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Cheddar and cream cheese combine in this nut-crusted log. Pistachios add texture and eye-catching color.

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Smoked Salmon Cake

Anna Williams
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One of our favorite flavor combinations: salmon, pumperknickel, and cream cheese, but not in the usual bagel sandwich. This savory "cake" is a no-cook appetizer that's sure to impress.

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Celery Sticks with Horseradish Cream Cheese

Victoria Pearson
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Simple but classic, these celery sticks are filled with spicy flavored cream cheese -- just the thing for a casual party.

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