How to Quickly Soften Cream Cheese

Find yourself in a pinch when your realize a recipe calls for softened cream cheese? If you need to soften cream cheese to room temperature in a hurry, use this simple tip!

How to Quickly Soften Cream Cheese

When you need to soften cream cheese to room temperature in a hurry, try this quick trick. Simply submerge the cheese, wrapper and all, in hot tap water. After sitting for 5 minutes, the cream cheese is soft and ready for use.

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