Description
Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip brings festive holiday cheer with its creamy texture and tangy sweetness. Smooth cream cheese mingles with zesty cranberry sauce, creating an irresistible appetizer perfect for gathering friends and celebrating seasonal joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 14 ounces (397 grams) whole berry cranberry sauce
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chopped pecans
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 small pinch of salt
Instructions
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for optimal spreadability and smooth blending.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, finely chopped pecans, and a delicate pinch of salt.
- Use a hand mixer to whip the ingredients together, creating a light and airy texture that takes approximately 2 minutes of continuous blending.
- Carefully transfer the creamy mixture to a serving dish, using a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface, ensuring a uniform base layer.
- Open a jar of whole berry cranberry sauce and gently pour it over the cream cheese mixture, allowing the sauce to cascade and cover the surface with a vibrant, ruby-red layer.
- Use the back of a spoon to distribute the cranberry sauce evenly, creating an attractive marbled appearance that promises a perfect balance of tangy and creamy flavors.
- Arrange an assortment of crisp crackers around the dip, inviting guests to scoop and enjoy this delightful appetizer that combines smooth cream cheese with sweet-tart cranberry sauce and crunchy pecans.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, maintaining optimal freshness and flavor.
- Experiment with different types of crackers or toasted bread to discover your perfect dipping companion.
- Boost the festive appeal by garnishing with additional chopped pecans or a sprinkle of fresh herbs just before serving.
- Prepare the dip ahead of time to allow flavors to meld together, enhancing the overall taste experience.
- Serve chilled for the most refreshing and smooth texture that complements the tangy cranberry sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 186
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg