Ingredients:

  • 1 (8 ounces/227 grams) block cream cheese, full-fat, brick-style
  • 1 tablespoon (14 ml) poppy seeds
  • 1 tablespoon (14 ml) sesame seeds (white or black, or a mix)
  • 1 tablespoon (14 ml) dried minced onion
  • 1 tablespoon (14 ml) dried minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) coarse sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey, preferably local
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

  1. Remove the cream cheese from the packaging. Place the cream cheese block on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  2. Prepare your cold smoker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Aim for a smoking temperature below 90°F (32°C).
  3. Place the baking sheet with the cream cheese in the smoker. Smoke for 2-4 hours, depending on your desired level of smokiness to get perfect smoked cream cheese.
  4. While the cream cheese is smoking, combine all the Everything Bagel spice ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well.
  5. Remove the smoked cream cheese from the smoker and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Before serving, unwrap the chilled smoked cream cheese. Sprinkle the Everything Bagel spice blend generously over all sides. Drizzle with honey. Serve with crackers, bagels, or your favourite accompaniments.