Festive Cranberry Cheese Spread
Bring a burst of holiday cheer to your table with this Festive Cranberry Cheese Spread, a creamy, flavorful appetizer that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This easy no-cook recipe combines tangy goat cheese and velvety cream cheese with the sweet-tart pop of dried cranberries, the nutty crunch of toasted pecans, and a hint of earthiness from freshly chopped rosemary. Infused with a touch of maple syrup and zesty orange peel, this spread is the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's ideal for holiday gatherings or any occasion that calls for a touch of elegance. Serve with crackers or artisan bread for a show-stopping centerpiece that your guests won't be able to resist. Perfect for Christmas parties, Thanksgiving spreads, or festive entertaining, this cranberry cheese spread is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 4 oz Goat cheese
- 1 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 1 tbsp Fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1 tsp Orange zest
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- for serving Crackers or bread
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and goat cheese. Allow both to soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then mix until smooth and well-combined.
2. Chop the dried cranberries into smaller pieces if desired. Set aside a small handful for garnishing.
3. Roughly chop the pecans and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Let cool slightly.
4. Finely chop the fresh rosemary.
5. Add the chopped cranberries, toasted pecans, rosemary, maple syrup, orange zest, and salt to the cheese mixture. Stir until evenly incorporated.
6. Transfer the cheese mixture onto a serving plate and shape it into a spreadable mound or scoop it into a decorative bowl.
7. Garnish the top of the spread with the reserved cranberries, a sprinkle of toasted pecans, and a few rosemary leaves for a festive touch.
8. Serve immediately with crackers or bread, or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving if chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.5 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.3 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 2081 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.8 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 674 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.
