Trader Joe’s BLACK GARLIC CREAM CHEESE SPREAD

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“Tangy creamy cream cheese speckled with fermented black garlic for unique, earthy, slightly sweet, umami rich flavor.”

Trader Joe’s says: “It’s a tangy cream cheese flecked with savory, fermented Black Garlic throughout, its flavor further bolstered by dried garlic and roasted garlic powder. A generous schmear of the stuff is an instant upgrade to your morning bagel and a delectable dip for crackers, crudités, and roasted Shishito Peppers. It also makes a splendid sandwich spread, and it enlivens everything from pasta sauces to baked potatoes.”

https://www.traderjoes.com/home/products/pdp/black-garlic-cream-cheese-spread-078086

“Umami-rich flavor. A savory shmear for sandwiches, crackers and bagels.”

You may have heard Trader Joe’s new BLACK GARLIC CREAM CHEESE spread. I heard it was really good and a hit, so got some to review.

My take? I’m all in. Yes this black garlic cream cheese spread is delicious. I loved it immediately and found it so good. Full of umami from that mellow black garlic. (something that they used to actually sell fresh)

I put some of this spread on a bagel and topped it with cucumbers and the combo was of course so yummy.

This stuff is going to be great spread on toast, any bread or crackers. I tried it on some rice crackers. Yum. Next, I tried it as a dip for sliced veggies dipping in spears of cucumbers and carrots. This makes a perfect dip for crudités. Dip your baby carrot snacks in a little!

Honestly this is one of those “what wouldn’t this be good on” Trader Joe’s products. I am sure when you taste it you will get a few ideas where to use this. Putting this on Baked Potatoes is one No Brainer. Pasta? Yes, put a spoonful or two into almost any pasta dish and stir it in with a tablespoon of pasta water. Could I thin it with a touch of greek yogurt and serve on the side with a piece of grilled chicken, shrimp or fish? Why not indeed. So experiment away! Take it out and leave at room temp for an hour if want to let it get softer and more spreadable.

Black Garlic Cream Cheese Spread is $2.79 for an 8 oz tub.

I would buy this again.