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Traeger Smoked Cream Cheese

Traeger Smoked Cream Cheese

3.75 from 4 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Learn how to make flavorful Traeger Smoked Cream Cheese with your favorite seasonings, creating a delicious appetizer perfect for BBQs, tailgates, and holiday gatherings. This simple recipe delivers rich, smoky flavors.

Ingredients 

  • 1 block cream cheese, 8 ounces of cream cheese
  • Your choice of seasoning or rub
  • Olive oil or melted butter for brushing, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat Traeger: Set your Traeger grill to the smoke setting and let it warm up.
  • Prepare Cream Cheese: Remove the cream cheese from its packaging and place it on a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  • Season: Lightly brush the cream cheese with olive oil or melted butter (if using). Generously sprinkle your chosen seasoning or rub on all sides of the cream cheese.
  • Smoke: Once the Traeger is up to temperature, place the seasoned cream cheese directly on the grill grates. Smoke for 2-3 hours, or until it reaches your desired level of smokiness.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Remove the smoked cream cheese from the grill and let it cool slightly. Serve with crackers, bread, or use in your favorite dishes.

Equipment

  • Traeger Grill

Notes

Pro Tips:
  • Opt for a rub that complements the smoky flavor, such as a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs.
  • For a spicier kick, consider adding a sprinkle of chili flakes or using a spicy rub.
  • The smoked cream cheese can be refrigerated and stored for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 0.4kcalCarbohydrates: 0.01gProtein: 0.01gFat: 0.04gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.001gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 0.4mgPotassium: 0.2mgSugar: 0.01gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 0.1mg