Description
Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a must-have festive appetizer that combines the tartness of cranberries with the creamy richness of cream cheese. Perfect for gatherings, this dip is not only easy to make but also visually stunning, with its vibrant color and delightful texture. Whip it up in just a few minutes and watch your guests enjoy every last bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted and chopped
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Gently fold in the cranberry sauce until mixed but slightly chunky for texture.
- Stir in chopped green onions and toasted nuts for crunch.
- Optionally, add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute walnuts with pecans or add fresh herbs like rosemary. Use flavored cream cheeses for an extra zing! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.