Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
This Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings or parties. Creamy cream cheese is topped with a tangy cranberry sauce, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice, creating a flavorful dip that pairs beautifully with crackers or sliced baguette.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cream Cheese:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
Cranberry Topping:
1 cup whole cranberry sauce (canned or homemade)
Herb Mix:
1/4 cup chopped green onions, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional for heat)
Seasonings:
1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, pinch of salt
For Serving:
crackers or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Prepare Cranberry Topping: In a medium bowl, combine cranberry sauce, green onions, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- Assemble Dip: Spread softened cream cheese on a serving plate. Spoon cranberry mixture over the cream cheese, spreading gently.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve: Accompany with crackers or baguette slices.
Notes
- For a smoother consistency, blend the cranberry topping before spreading over the cream cheese.
- This dip can be served warm by heating in the microwave for 30–45 seconds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
