Liptauer (Savory Paprika Cream Cheese Spread)

Name: Liptauer (Savory Paprika Cream Cheese Spread)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, softened; 1 tablespoon cream cheese; 1 1 cup soft farmer cheese or 2/3 cup full-fat Greek yogurt (and 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese mixed in); 1/3 onion, peeled; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 1 teaspoon water; 1/3 cup german pickles (optionally combine equal amounts dill and bread and butter pickles) or 1/3 cup cornichon (optionally combine equal amounts dill and bread and butter pickles); 1 1/2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika; 1 teaspoon hot German mustard or 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional) or 3/4 teaspoon anchovy, finely minced (optional); 1 teaspoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon capers, chopped (add 2 tsp caper if anchovy is not added); 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped; 1 teaspoon caraway seed; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 pinch dill (garnish); 1 pinch chives, chopped (garnish); salt and black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon cream cheese
1 1 cup soft farmer cheese or 2/3 cup full-fat Greek yogurt (and 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese mixed in)
1/3 onion, peeled
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 teaspoon water
1/3 cup german pickles (optionally combine equal amounts dill and bread and butter pickles) or 1/3 cup cornichon (optionally combine equal amounts dill and bread and butter pickles)
1 1/2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
1 teaspoon hot German mustard or 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional) or 3/4 teaspoon anchovy, finely minced (optional)
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon capers, chopped (add 2 tsp caper if anchovy is not added)
1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
1 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch dill (garnish)
1 pinch chives, chopped (garnish)
salt and black pepper, to taste

1
In a medium bowl, whip the butter, cream cheese, and quark (or its substitute). Make sure the butter is soft to avoid unpleasant chunks.
2
Add the water, onion, garlic, and 1 tbsp of the butter-cheese mixture to a blender and puree.
3
Pour the onion-garlic puree into the bowl with the cheeses and mix well.
4
Mix in the remaining ingredients and combine well. Season with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. If you used unsalted butter, salt liberally.
5
Garnish with chopped chives and dill and serve with soft pretzels, celery sticks, crackers, or toasted German rye bread. It can also be used to stuff tomatoes, red peppers and hard boiled eggs.
6
Liptauer tastes best when made the day before so the flavors have a chance to mingle.

212

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, softened, 1 tablespoon cream cheese, 1 1 cup soft farmer cheese or 2/3 cup full-fat Greek yogurt (and 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese mixed in), 1/3 onion, peeled, and more.

Yes, Liptauer (Savory Paprika Cream Cheese Spread) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!