Description
A creamy and flavorful Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip that’s perfect for holiday gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Fresh Cranberries
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme or Rosemary, chopped
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts (optional)
- Crackers or Bread for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the cranberries by rinsing and draining them if fresh, or setting aside if using canned.
- Mix the cream cheese and minced garlic in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add in the chopped thyme or rosemary, stirring gently.
- Combine the cranberries, cheddar cheese, and nuts if using, mixing until incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, smoothing it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Serve warm with fresh bread or assorted crackers.
Notes
Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature before mixing to achieve a creamy texture. Avoid overbaking to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cranberry, cream cheese, dip, appetizer, holiday, cheese, potluck