Cherry Pecan Spread
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistibly creamy Cherry Pecan Spread, a perfect balance of tangy dried cherries, nutty toasted pecans, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey. Whipped cream cheese provides a luscious base, while a touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt round out the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile spread is a breeze to prepare and ideal for holidays, parties, or everyday indulgence. Serve it with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit for an elegant appetizer, or refrigerate it for an easy make-ahead option. With its bold flavors and creamy texture, this Cherry Pecan Spread is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 pinch salt
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese.
Using a hand mixer or a spatula, whip the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
Add the chopped dried cherries, toasted pecans, honey, salt, and vanilla extract to the bowl.
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey.
Transfer the Cherry Pecan Spread to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately with crackers, slices of baguette, or fresh fruit, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.8 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.0 g | 275% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 899 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.8 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1117 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
