Hungarian Cheese Spread (Körözött)

Körözött is a traditional Hungarian cheese spread that is perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack. It's made with a combination of creamy cheese, butter, and flavorful spices, resulting in a delicious spread that pairs perfectly with crusty bread or crackers.

Hungarian Cheese Spread (Körözött)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4 oz unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 small onion, finely grated
  • 1 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1/2 tsp caraway seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add the finely grated onion, sweet Hungarian paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Transfer the cheese spread to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Protein
5g
Carbohydrates
2g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Serving dish

Tools

Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Körözött with slices of crusty bread or crackers for a delicious appetizer.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cheese spread.

Cost

$8