Nutty Apricot Cheese Spread Recipe

Name: Nutty Apricot Cheese Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup chopped dried apricot; 3/4 cup apricot nectar; 1/3 cup raisins; 1/3 cup commercial chopped chutney; 1/4 cup brandy; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup margarine, softened; 1 1/3 cups finely chopped honey-roasted peanuts, divided; Edible flowers (optional); 72 gingersnaps

Servings: persons

3/4 cup chopped dried apricot
3/4 cup apricot nectar
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup commercial chopped chutney
1/4 cup brandy
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 1/3 cups finely chopped honey-roasted peanuts, divided
Edible flowers (optional)
72 gingersnaps

1
Combine first 6 ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 12 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Transfer to a bowl; chill thoroughly.
2
Position knife blade in food processor bowl. Add cheeses and margarine; process until smooth, scraping sides of processor bowl occasionally.
3
Line 2 (2 1/2-cup) molds with heavy-duty plastic wrap. Spread 1/2 cup cheese mixture in bottom of each mold. Spread 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons apricot mixture over cheese mixture in each. Repeat layers with 1/2 cup cheese mixture and half of remaining apricot mixture in each mold. Spread remaining cheese mixture evenly over each. Cover and chill. Unmold onto serving plates; peel off plastic wrap. Press 2/3 cup peanuts gently onto each cheese mold. Garnish with edible flowers, if desired. To serve, spread 1 tablespoon cheese mixture on each gingersnap.

2113

kcal

Calories

Fat

334

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup chopped dried apricot, 3/4 cup apricot nectar, 1/3 cup raisins, 1/3 cup commercial chopped chutney, and more.

Yes, Nutty Apricot 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.

Nutty Apricot Cheese Spread

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