Description
Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a crowd-pleasing delight that combines creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors in one irresistible dish. Perfect for holiday parties, game nights, or any gathering, this warm dip is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with crackers or fresh veggies. Your guests will be captivated by its vibrant colors and delicious aroma, making it a must-have at your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and honey until smooth.
- Fold in the dried cranberries and chopped herbs until well mixed.
- Spread half of the shredded cheese in the bottom of the baking dish, then layer the cranberry mixture on top. Finish with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving with crackers or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg