Description
This creamy and flavorful Cream Cheese & Olive Spread is a quick and easy appetizer perfect for parties or snacking. Made with smooth cream cheese, tangy mayonnaise, and briny green olives, it’s a delightful combination that spreads easily on crackers or bread. Ready in just 5 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a versatile and crowd-pleasing addition to your appetizer lineup.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz. cream cheese (can use American Neufchatel)
- 1 cup sliced green olives with pimiento
- 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp. olive brine
Instructions
- Mix base ingredients: Beat together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and olive brine using a hand mixer until the mixture is fully incorporated and reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Fold in olives: Gently fold in the sliced green olives with pimiento, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up.
- Serve: Transfer the spread to a serving dish and serve immediately or chill for later use. Enjoy spread on crackers, bread, or as a dip.
Notes
- For a lower fat option, use Neufchatel cheese instead of regular cream cheese.
- You can substitute green olives with black olives for a different flavor profile.
- Adjust the amount of olive brine depending on your taste preference for saltiness and tang.
- Keep refrigerated if not serving immediately; best consumed within 3-4 days.
