Four Layer Cheese Spread Recipes

FOUR LAYER DELIGHT

Steps:

• Mix first thee ingredients.
• Add fine chopped pecans.
• press into 9x13 pan.
• Bake shell at 350 for 15 min.
• Soften cheese, then blend in sugar and Cool whip.
• Spread over cooled crust.
• Make pudding as directed.
• I like cooked pudding best but you can use instant.
• You can also use 2 small packages.
• And any other flavor you like.
• Spread on top.
• You can sprinkle chopped pecans or chocolate ants on top.
• Refrigerate.

FOUR-LAYER CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine 4 oz. cream cheese and chopped spinach. In another bowl, combine chutney and remaining cream cheese. In a large bowl, combine cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, pecans, onion and hot pepper sauce., Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap. Spread half of the cheddar cheese mixture in prepared bowl. Layer with the spinach and chutney mixtures. Top with remaining cheddar cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Unmold onto a serving plate; garnish with additional spinach. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

4 LAYER CHEESECAKE

Steps:

• For the chocolate cake "crust": Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease the bottom only of a 9-inch springform pan that has been lined with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Add the extract and eggs, beating well after each addition. Add the flour and cocoa and mix well to combine. The batter will be stiff. Spread in the pan. Set aside.
• For the baked chocolate cheesecake: In a large bowl, cream the cream cheese and ricotta with the sugar until smooth. Add a small amount of the cheese mixture to the melted chocolate and combine well. Once the little bit of cheese mixture and chocolate is mixed well, add it back to the rest of the cheese mixture and beat until well combined. Add the eggs and flour and beat well. Smooth over the top of the cake batter in the pan. Bake until the cheesecake is set in the center, 25 to 30 minutes. Cover with foil during last 10 minutes to prevent over browning. Remove from the oven and cool.
• A cheesecake is not like a regular cake. It is considered set when the center is still wobbly. After you chill the cheesecake, it will set without wobbling. At this point let the cake cool. Once it is cool, you need to chill the cake for an hour or two.
• For the vanilla cream cheese mousse: Once your chocolate and cheesecake base has been chilled, you can start making the third layer.
• Beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff and set aside. In separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with a mixer in large bowl until well blended. Fold the whipped cream into cheese mixture until just combined. Spread the mixture over the baked cheesecake layer and chill well (freezing the cake at this point works well and makes spreading the final layer easier). Make sure you chill for several hours to make sure all the layers are set.
• For the dark chocolate/white chocolate ganache: Place the chopped dark chocolate in a large bowl. Heat the cream and butter over low heat until just boiling. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the cream mixture. Pour the rest of the cream mixture over the chocolate and let set about 2 minutes, or until it begins to melt. Stir to combine. Repeat for the white chips using the reserved cream mixture. Let cool slightly until spreading consistency.
• Using a sharp knife, gently run the blade around the edge of the cake to loosen. Remove the cake sides from the pan and place the bottom with cake on a serving plate or stand. Spread the frosting over the top and sides.
• Drizzle the white chocolate lightly over the top. Using a knife or toothpick, run it lightly over the top to swirl to create desired effect. At this point, I would place the white chocolate ganache in a pastry bag and use a small round tip to decorate the top of the cake instead of trying to just drizzle it on top. You have more control.
• Press the mini chips (regular size works too) into the frosting on sides until completely coated to create a "crust." Place the cake in the fridge to chill while preparing the final frosting.

LAYERED NACHO DIP

Steps:

• Put the cream cheese in a mixing bowl and beat until smooth and creamy.
• Add the sour cream and taco seasoning and mix until evenly combined.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture in the bottom of a glass baking dish or pie plate in an even layer.
• Evenly spread the salsa over the cream cheese, and then cover the top of the dip with shredded cheese.
• Chill until the cream cheese firms pp a bit, about 30 minutes.
• Remove from the fridge, add some green onions on top for garnish, and serve with tortilla chips for dipping.

MANGO CURRY CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a bowl with an electric mixer, or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the cream cheese and cheddar cheese until well combined and fluffy. Add the curry powder and mix in well.
• Spoon cheese mixture into a 6-inch springform pan or a similar sized dish or bowl. (*You can use any dish that will make the mixture about 1-inch thick). Alternately, you can shape into a 6-inch disc by hand. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours, until chilled and firm.
• Meanwhile, make the topping by combining the topping ingredients and stirring together the ingredients. (*You can use any or all of the topping ingredients you like or have on hand. If you are skipping some, add a bit more of the ones you are using, until you have a thick topping mixture). You can cover and refrigerate separately until ready to serve or use right away.
• To serve, remove from springform pan, if using. Spoon topping overtop and serve with crackers, apple slices or Naan chips or crisps.

ATHENIAN CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Combine cream cheese and feta cheese.
• Add garlic and mix.
• Drain and chop the spinach and add to the cheese mix.
• Line a medium bowl with plastic wrap
• Layer half of the cream cheese mixture
• Add the chopped red pepper in the middle to give a layered effect.
• Finish with the rest of the cream cheese mixture.
• Cover with plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate at least 6 hours.
• To serve, invert onto plate and cover the top with the chopped almonds.
• Serve with crackers or toasted French bread.