Cranberry Horseradish Sauce Over Cream Cheese
Transform your holiday appetizer game with this bold and vibrant Cranberry Horseradish Sauce Over Cream Cheese. Featuring a tangy blend of fresh cranberries, zesty lemon juice, and a surprising kick of prepared horseradish, this easy-to-make sauce perfectly complements the creamy richness of a classic cream cheese block. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a show-stopping centerpiece that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. Serve this sweet, spicy, and salty delight with an assortment of crackers or freshly sliced bread for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for holiday parties, casual gatherings, or any occasion. With its unique flavor profile and simple preparation, this dish is destined to become a new favorite at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 8 ounces Cream cheese block
- 1 package Crackers or bread for serving
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, and water.
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to pop and break down, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the prepared horseradish, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.
Allow the sauce to cool completely to room temperature. Alternatively, you can refrigerate it for up to 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Place the block of cream cheese on a serving plate.
Pour the cranberry horseradish sauce over the cream cheese, spreading evenly to cover the top.
Serve immediately with crackers or slices of bread as an accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.5 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.2 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 259 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 3160 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 296.7 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.4 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 672 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.
