Description
A creamy and tangy dip that blends the tartness of cranberries with smooth cream cheese, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or havarti)
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Crackers or bread for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the cranberry sauce and gently fold it in.
- Enhance the flavors by mixing in shredded cheese and minced garlic, along with any fresh herbs.
- Transfer the mixture to a small casserole dish and spread it evenly.
- Top with extra shredded cheese or fresh herbs.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, or veggies.
Notes
For a lower-fat option, substitute Neufchâtel cheese. You can add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cranberry dip, cream cheese dip, holiday appetizer, savory snack, family favorite, baked dip