Savory Hungarian Cheese Spread (Körözött) 🇭🇺

Here is an authentic, rustic, and incredibly delicious Savory Hungarian Cheese Spread (Körözött) — creamy, tangy, paprika-forward, and perfect for bread, crackers, and vegetables.
Popular in Hungarian taverns and households, often served with beer! 🇭🇺🍺


🧀🇭🇺 Hungarian Körözött (Cheese-Paprika Spread)

Ingredients

Classic Version:

  • 8 oz (225 g) soft cheese
    (Traditionally túró / quark or cottage cheese. Cream cheese works too.)
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1–2 tbsp sour cream (adjust for creaminess)
  • 2–3 tsp Hungarian sweet paprika
  • 1/2 tsp caraway seeds, crushed
  • 1 small onion, very finely minced (or mild green onion)
  • 1–2 tsp mustard (optional, but common)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Add-ins:

  • Chopped chives or parsley
  • Finely chopped pickles
  • A splash of lemon juice

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