Make this cinnamon cream cheese for a delicious way to top your bagels for breakfast! Once you’ve created any of our personalized cream cheese flavors, you’ll never go back to store bought.
This cinnamon cream cheese is rich, but perfectly sweet and creamy. It’s a delicious addition to so many things besides bagels, too!
Try it on muffins, pastries and any of my favorite quick bread recipes.
There’s just something about cream cheese slathered onto a bagel that feels so cozy and comforting. This cinnamon cream cheese elevates that basic treat into something even more delicious!
No matter where you use them, our series of decadent flavored cream cheeses are sure to be a hit with your family! Try this strawberry cream cheese or garlic and herb cream cheese to get you started.
Today, we’re making the best cinnamon cream cheese blend. We nailed the sweet to savory balance, and you’re going to love it!
Cinnamon Cream Cheese
Why You’ll Love It
Ingredients and Substitutions
See printable recipe card for complete ingredients and instructions.
- Cream Cheese – Full fat cream cheese is our family favorite, but you can use your favorite type of cream cheese, including lower fat options. Learn how to soften cream cheese here!
- Cinnamon – Use a high quality ground cinnamon in this recipe. With so few ingredients, each one will shine!
- Sugar – White granulated sugar works well here, though you can sub with powdered sugar if that’s what you have on hand.
Variations
- Try subbing the cinnamon and sugar with this apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice for a seasonal cream cheese blend!
- Use powdered sugar instead of granulated for an even smoother finish. Learn how to make powdered sugar here.
How to Make
An overview, visit the printable recipe card for complete ingredients and instructions.
- In a mixer, blender or food processor, add ingredients.
- Pulse and combine as directed.
Tip
- Mix By Hand – No blender or food processor? No problem! Simply use a container of whipped cream cheese. Because it’s softer and has more air already, it will be much easier to mix in the cinnamon and sugar.
Serving Suggestions
- Smear onto sweet bread or cinnamon roll bread
- Top crostini and add nuts for a sweet appetizer or dessert
- Spread onto our reader favorite 30 minute dinner rolls
How to Store
- Room Temperature – Leave this cinnamon cream cheese out for up to two hours safely while serving.
- Refrigerate – Store in an airtight container up to a week.
- Freezer – This cream cheese can be frozen for up to three months, but it won’t be as creamy when it defrosts so we don’t recommend it. For more information, read our guide to Can you Freeze Cream Cheese?
More Cinnamon Inspiration
Cinnamon Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons white granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a mixer, blender or food processor, add room temperature cream cheese, cinnamon and sugar.
- Pulse and combine until smooth and creamy.
Julie’s Tips
How to Store
- Room Temperature – Leave this cinnamon cream cheese out for up to two hours safely while serving.
- Refrigerate – Store in an airtight container up to a week.
- Freezer – This cream cheese can be frozen for up to three months, but it won’t be as creamy when it defrosts so we don’t recommend it.
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
