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3 amazing ways to use cream cheese this Christmas

Keep a tub of Philadelphia Original on standby in your fridge this Christmas. Cream cheese is a versatile ingredient for the festive season. Whip it into indulgent cheesecakes, dot it on canapés or spread it on your brunch-time bagels. From party hosting to breakfast ‘toasting’, these three easy recipes cover all kinds of get-togethers with friends. Which will you try first?

  1. Show-stopper dessert: Spiced pear and caramel cheesecake

    If you’re hosting a Christmas dinner, this easy, make-ahead cheesecake with spiced pears is the perfect pud. The creamy, vanilla-flavoured Philadelphia filling sits on top of a crushed ginger biscuit base. Decorate with a wreath of golden pears and orange zest for full-on festive flavour.

    Spiced pear and caramel cheesecake
  2. Brunch idea: DIY bagel board

    We love this easy bagel board for a laid-back brunch with friends. Layer creamy Philadelphia Original on a platter, sprinkle with sesame and poppy seeds and top with rich smoked salmon and tangy pickled celery for added crunch. Serve with a pile of toasted bagels and let everyone dig in!

    DIY bagel board with smoked salmon and cream cheese
  3. Easy canapé: Baby jacket potatoes

    You only need a handful of ingredients to make these mini jacket potatoes. Cut a criss-cross into roasted baby potatoes and then top with a spoonful of creamy Philadelphia Original, bacon bits and some snipped chives. Warming, smoky and crispy, it's a delicious nibble to serve with Christmas party drinks!

    Baby jacket potatoes with cream cheese and bacon