This scallion cream cheese is the perfect way to top bagels, crackers, toast and more. Infused with fresh, vibrant green onions, it’s a deliciously savory addition to your breakfast or lunch!

Spread scallion cream cheese onto your favorite wraps, add it to a salad, or scoop a little into your favorite soup. It makes an excellent appetizer, too – just top our favorite homemade crostini.

A white bowl scallion cream cheese.
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Cream cheese is such a wonderful addition to your breakfast, lunch or dinner, and it’s packed with protein!

We’ve found a few ways to spice up your basic cream cheese toppings, and we’ve created an array of cream cheese flavors you’re going to love. Check out this savory garlic and herb cream cheese, or this delightful strawberry cream cheese for something on the sweeter side!

They are perfect for entertaining, but easy enough to whip up any morning of the week. Your family will thank you!

A bagel with scallion cream cheese on it.

Scallion Cream Cheese

Scallion cream cheese is zesty, vibrant and bold. I know you’re going to love it!

Why You’ll Love It

  • Low Carb – Cream cheese is jam packed with calcium, vitamin A, and protein! That makes it a good fit for keto lifestyle plans.
  • Easy – This whipped scallion cream cheese is so simple to make – two ingredients and just a couple minutes!
  • Flexible – If you’d like less scallions, that works great too! We’ll show you how to make this recipe your own.
A white plate with a bagel and scallion cream cheese on it.

Ingredients and Substititions

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  • Cream Cheese – Full fat is always the best flavor, but you can use your favorite type of cream cheese. Learn how to soften cream cheese here!
  • Scallions – Also called green onions, these are long, slender alliums that are available in the produce section of your grocery store. A little milder than a traditional onion, they also have the prettiest green color! You can sub with chives, if you don’t have any scallions on hand.
A bunch of green onions on a marble countertop, with a bundle of scallions to the side.

Variations

  • Not a fan of cream cheese? Try with ricotta instead – check out our whipped ricotta.
  • Sub with another fresh green herb, like rosemary, thyme, or basil. Check out our garlic and herb cream cheese for more inspiration!
  • Add 1/4 teaspoon of seasonings like garlic powder or onion powder.
  • Add cracks of sea salt and pepper for an added layer of texture and flavor!

How to Make

  1. In a mixer, blender or food processor, whip cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Chop scallions.
  3. Add chopped scallions, and whip for another minute until complete. A bowl of cream cheese with green onions (scallion) on top. A bowl of cream cheese with green onions (scallion) on top.

Tips

  • Scallions – Substitute with dried green onions if you prefer.
  • Mix By Hand – If you don’t have access to a mixer or food processor, use a tub of whipped cream cheese. Because it’s softer and has more air already, it will be significantly easier to mix.
A white bowl with whipped scallion cream cheese.

Serving Suggestions

A white bowl scallion cream cheese.

How to Store

  • Room Temperature – Leave this scallion 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.

Curious about freezing your cream cheese recipes? Read more in Can you Freeze Cream Cheese to learn all about what works and what doesn’t!

A white bowl with whipped scallion cream cheese.

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Scallion Cream Cheese

This scallion cream cheese is the perfect way to top bagels, crackers, toast and more. Infused with fresh, vibrant green onions, it’s a deliciously savory addition to your breakfast or lunch!
Prep: 3 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total: 3 minutes
Servings: 8
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Ingredients  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • ¼ cup scallions chopped

Instructions 

  • In a mixer, blender or food processor, whip cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add scallions, and whip for another minute until complete.

Julie’s Tips

  • Scallions – Substitute with dried green onions if you prefer.
  • Mix By Hand – If you don’t have access to a mixer or food processor, use a tub of whipped cream cheese. Because it’s softer and has more air already, it will be significantly easier to mix.
Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 412IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.

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