Savory Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip for Holiday Joy

This Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a must-try appetizer for your holiday gatherings, combining creamy cheeses and tart cranberries delightfully.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cheese Mixture

8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack
1 cup White Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with Gruyère or Parmesan

For the Cranberry Layer

2 cups Fresh Cranberries Thawed if using frozen
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with honey or maple syrup if desired

For the Garnish

2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

Mixing bowl
spatula
Baking dish
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella cheese, and white cheddar cheese. Blend on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until creamy and smooth.
In another bowl, toss fresh cranberries with granulated sugar. Let them sit for a few minutes.
Spread the cheese mixture evenly in a baking dish, then spoon the sugared cranberries over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and cranberries begin to burst.
Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the cream cheese come to room temperature for the smoothest dip. Keep an eye on the baking time to ensure the dip is bubbly and golden. Allowing it to cool slightly before serving helps meld the flavors.

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