For a quick and easy cream cheese recipe that is good for you and delicious, try this Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Toast Recipe!
OH.MY.GOODNESS. Is there really anything better than cream cheese and smoked salmon? I think NOT! Guys, this is a must-have! Really.
I know that I share a lot of things with you, but this is one of my new favorites for breakfast, lunch or really any time of the day. I love a good cream cheese recipe anytime!
This Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Toast is so easy to make and actually good for you! Just spread Philly Cream Cheese on your toast ( I like to use delicious bread, like this Oat Bread full of good-for-you ingredients), top with slices of cucumbers and smoked salmon. That’s it! I even like to add chia seeds to make it a little yummier. This is a winner!!!
Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Toast
On my never-ending journey to better health, I try all kinds of things. I’m the girl who puts apple cider vinegar in her morning water and drinks the new Starbucks Almond Protein drink – even when the barista warns me that it’s really not drinkable – and likes it! I think once I turned 40 last year, I really realized just how important it is to be healthy and strong and I really work hard to get to that place.
I talked about my weight loss here, but honestly, I gained a few pounds back. Ok, more like 20. I have NO IDEA why. The only thing I can think is that I got a little lax here and there, but not really. It may be my exercise – which wasn’t that much. I’ve really bumped it up and started going to Orange Theory Fitness 3-4 times a week with a goal of going 5 times a week soon! I’ve REALLY noticed how strong I am getting and I’m even running on the treadmill for long distances. It’s insane! And, I’m eating better. I’m fueling my body with real food that is good for me – and this recipe is just that!
You have to follow my Instagram account and listen to The All Things Podcast to learn more about that. But for now…on to the toast!
What is cream cheese used for?
It can be used in cooking to make cheesecake and to thicken sauces and make them creamy. Cream cheese is sometimes used in place of or with butter (typically two parts cream cheese to one part butter) when making cakes or cookies, and cream cheese frosting.
What are toppings you can use on cream cheese toast?
The possibilities are endless for toppings to use on cream cheese toast. Here are a few of my favorites!
- smoked salmon and capers
- avocado and chives
- bananas, walnuts & honey
- pears & honey
- blueberries
- strawberries and bananas
How do you make cream cheese toast?
There really isn’t anything easier! Using a good-for-you bread like oat bread, whole wheat, seven grain – toast in a toaster or oven. Once it’s done, add up to 2 tablespoons of softened cream cheese to your toast. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy! Easy!
Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Toast
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain toast
- 4 tbs cream cheese
- 4 slices smoked salmon
- 4 slices cucumbers
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
- First, soften your cream cheese in the microwave for about 30 seconds and set aside
- toast 2 slices of bread in the toaster
- add cream cheese to the toast and spread to the edges
- top with cucumbers, then salmon and sprinkle on chia seeds
Let me know if you try this Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Toast or if you have your own winning combinations with cream cheese and toast! I am up for suggestions!
Try these other cream cheese recipes next!
—> Oreo Dessert
—> No-Bake Graham Cracker Crust Pie
