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Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Irresistibly Creamy Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip for Festive Fun

Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a festive blend of creamy texture and sweet-tart flavors ideal for autumn gatherings.
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Course: Food & Drink
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Appetizer, Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip, easy dip, fall recipes, festive flavors, Party Dip
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • serving platter

Ingredients

For the Dip

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup cranberries fresh or chopped
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar to adjust sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for flavor enhancement
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans for crunch

For Serving

  • 1 box assorted crackers for scooping
  • 2 cups fresh fruit slices for pairing
  • 1 box graham crackers for dipping

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese at room temperature until smooth, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the softened cream cheese and mix until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and pecans until evenly distributed.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving platter and garnish with additional cranberries or pecans, arranging the assorted crackers and fresh fruit around it.

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Consider drizzling with honey for added sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.5mg