Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread, a perfect combination of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors that will impress at any gathering. This easy, 20-minute recipe starts with a luscious layer of softened cream cheese topped with a vibrant, homemade cranberry-orange compote infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Made with fresh cranberries, orange zest, and just a hint of sweetness, this topping is both festive and versatile. Serve it with crackers, bagels, or sliced bread for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. It’s an ideal choice for holiday parties, Thanksgiving, or any occasion when you want to wow your guests. Try this seasonal appetizer for a quick, elegant treat!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp orange juice
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, water, orange zest, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and a pinch of salt.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the cranberry mixture to cool completely to room temperature.
While the cranberry mixture is cooling, transfer the softened cream cheese to a serving dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly into a layer.
Once the cranberry topping has cooled, spoon it evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Serve the Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread with your favorite crackers, sliced bread, or bagels. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.6 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.9 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 857 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 557 mg | 12% | |
*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.
