Pellet Grill Smoker Cream Cheese
This Pellet Grill Smoker Cream Cheese is a smoky, creamy dip bursting with flavor! Perfect for bagels, crackers, or smoked salmon accompaniments.
Equipment
- Pellet grill
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Measuring Spoons
- Serving platter
- Cast-iron skillet or heat-safe dish
Ingredients
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp olive oil
- bagels for spreading
- crackers for dipping
- smoked salmon optional, pairs wonderfully
- BBQ rub optional
- caramelized onions optional, for sweet and savory addition
- Old Bay seasoning optional, adds seafood flavor
- diced jalapenos optional, for spicy kick
- sesame seeds optional topping
- fresh herbs such as dill or chives, for garnish
- honey optional drizzle for sweetness
Instructions
Prepare the Cream Cheese
- Take 8 oz of full-fat cream cheese out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften.
Mix Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning, ½ tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp sugar, and 1 tsp olive oil. Mix with a spatula until smooth and creamy.
Smoke the Cream Cheese
- Preheat your pellet grill to 225°F (about 107°C).
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into a small cast-iron skillet or heat-safe dish.
- Place the dish on the preheated pellet grill and smoke for 60 to 90 minutes until the cream cheese is soft and slightly caramelized on top.
- Remove from the grill and let cool for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve and Garnish
- Transfer the smoked cream cheese to a serving platter and garnish with optional toppings like fresh herbs, diced jalapenos, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Be patient with the smoking process to achieve a deep, smoky taste without drying out the cream cheese.
- Customize your toppings with herbs, spices, or sweeteners to suit your taste preferences.