Cranberry Spread
Add a festive touch to your appetizer table with this irresistibly tangy and creamy Cranberry Spread! Made with vibrant fresh cranberries, a hint of honey, and the warm spice of ground cinnamon, this recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Fresh orange juice and zest elevate the spread with a citrusy brightness, while velvety cream cheese creates a smooth, decadent base. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make spread is perfect for entertaining and pairs beautifully with crackers, toasted bread, or even as a savory-sweet complement to roasted meats. Ideal for holiday gatherings or any time you want a crowd-pleasing snack, this make-ahead dish is sure to impress.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 cups orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 8 ounces cream cheese
Instructions
Rinse and sort through the cranberries, discarding any that are soft or spoiled.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, honey, orange juice, orange zest, and ground cinnamon.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cranberry mixture to cool to room temperature.
In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or spatula to soften the cream cheese until smooth.
Add the cooled cranberry mixture to the cream cheese and stir well until fully combined.
Transfer the cranberry spread to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or as an accompaniment to roasted meats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.7 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.8 g | 229% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 722 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.5 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 768 mg | 16% | |
*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.
