Cranberry Cheese Holiday Dip
Indulge in the festive flair of this Cranberry Cheese Holiday Dip, the perfect centerpiece for your holiday gatherings! This vibrant appetizer combines the rich creaminess of softened cream cheese with a tangy homemade cranberry topping made from fresh cranberries, a hint of orange juice, warm cinnamon spice, and an optional kick of jalapeño for those who love a touch of heat. Drizzled with sweet honey and garnished with sliced green onions for a burst of color and flavor, this no-cook dip is as easy to prepare as it is delightful to eat. Ready in just 15 minutes, it pairs beautifully with crackers or baguette slices, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive celebration. Perfect for those seeking quick, elegant appetizers with seasonal ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice
- 1 Jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- optional Crackers or baguette slices (for serving)
Instructions
Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, jalapeño (if using), and ground cinnamon. Stir frequently and cook until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture thickens, about 7-10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
On a serving platter, spread the softened cream cheese into an even layer using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Spoon the cooled cranberry mixture over the cream cheese, spreading it evenly.
Drizzle honey over the top for added sweetness.
Sprinkle the thinly sliced green onion over the cranberry topping for a pop of flavor and color.
Serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices, or cover with plastic wrap and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.0 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.3 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*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.
