These are really good. I just love that they are easy and different. I suppose you could leave the cream cheese cold and spread on crackers, omitting the oven and serving as a cold appetizer. I’d spread just before serving as the crackers will soften if they were to sit overnight in the fridge with the cream cheese on them. Again- I suppose. I’m delighted with them warm and room temp as well. I don’t think there’s a not delightful way to enjoy these!