Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip
This Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful blend of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings or any party appetizer. Combining softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, and spiced cranberry sauce, this warm, bubbly dip offers a comforting and festive treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked cranberry sauce (or whole berry sauce)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, cooked cranberry sauce, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to create a smooth and flavorful dip mixture.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Transfer the mixed dip into a baking dish and use a spatula to smooth out the top evenly for uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly throughout and develops a golden brown crust on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and optionally sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor before serving warm with crackers or bread.
Notes
- Use whole berry cranberry sauce for best texture and bursts of cranberry flavor.
- If cream cheese is too cold, it can be difficult to mix evenly; ensure it’s softened.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar with a sharp white cheddar or a mix of cheeses for different flavor profiles.
- This dip pairs well with pita chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip, Holiday Dip, Cream Cheese Appetizer, Cranberry Dip, Party Recipes
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