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Smoked Cream Cheese with Hot Honey

A slice of smoked cream cheese, glazed and topped with chives, served on a white plate.
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An easy and impressive smoked cream cheese appetizer perfect for holidays or backyard BBQs, finished with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 ounce) block cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ rub
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
  • Crackers, bread, or fruit for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your pellet smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. Score the top of the cream cheese block in a crosshatch pattern with a knife.
  3. Generously season the cream cheese with your favorite BBQ rub, ensuring it’s coated on all sides.
  4. Place the seasoned cream cheese directly on the smoker grates.
  5. Smoke for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the cream cheese is softened and has a slightly golden hue.
  6. Carefully remove the smoked cream cheese from the smoker.
  7. Drizzle the hot honey over the top of the warm cream cheese.
  8. Sprinkle with fresh chives, if desired.
  9. Serve immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit for dipping.

Notes

  • You can use any BBQ rub you like. A sweet or smoky rub works well.
  • If you don’t have hot honey, you can mix regular honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • For a party board, arrange the smoked cream cheese with a variety of crackers, jams, and cured meats.
  • This appetizer is best served warm.

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