Smoked Cream Cheese
The easiest thing you’ll ever smoke and maybe the most addictive.
Smoked cream cheese is one of those recipes that feels like a cheat code. It takes 5 minutes to prep, an hour to smoke, and exactly zero effort to crush a whole block with a sleeve of crackers and zero shame. Add a solid shake of Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub, and you’ve got an appetizer that hits harder than your uncle’s "secret" chili.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just yourself with no regrets, this one’s a keeper.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese
- Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub, to taste
- Honey or BBQ sauce, for drizzling
- Crackers, pita chips, or a spoon (we don’t judge)
🔥 Instructions
1. Score That Block
Take your cream cheese out of the fridge and unwrap it. Place it on a piece of foil or a small baking rack.
Use a knife to score the top in a crosshatch pattern.
This helps the smoke and rub get deep into the creamy goodness.
2. Season It Up
Shake on a generous coat of Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub.
Top. Sides. Everywhere. Make it look like it just got back from flavor bootcamp.
3. Smoke Time
Place it in your smoker at 250°F for about 1 hour.
Let the smoke do the work while you go prep your snack crew.
4. Finish with a Drizzle
When it comes out, the outside will be darker, smoky, and seasoned to perfection, while the inside stays soft and spreadable.
Drizzle with honey for a sweet twist, or go bold with your favorite BBQ sauce.
5. Serve and Devour
Serve warm with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or whatever you’ve got handy.
Spoiler alert: it disappears fast.
Why It Works
The cream cheese gets smoky on the outside, gooey on the inside, and that Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub brings the perfect combo of sweet, savory, and just enough heat. It’s the ultimate lazy-but-delicious appetizer.
Perfect for game day, cookouts, or just flexing on your snack table.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Use foil for easy cleanup.
- Want it spicier? Add a little hot honey or chili flakes to the drizzle.
- Try two blocks at once—trust us, one isn’t enough.
