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Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a must-have holiday appetizer that blends creamy and tangy flavors for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese or substitute Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup White Cheddar Cheese or substitute Gruyère or Parmesan
For the Cranberry Mixture
  • 12 oz Fresh Cranberries or thawed frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar or honey/maple syrup
For the Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather and prepare your ingredients.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, and cheddar. Blend until creamy.
  3. In another bowl, coat fresh cranberries with granulated sugar.
  4. Spread the cheese mixture in a baking dish, then top with sugared cranberries.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and cranberries burst.
  6. Garnish with parsley, cool slightly, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served warm with an assortment of crackers and baguettes. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.

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