Rosemary Cranberry Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with the irresistible Rosemary Cranberry Spread, a festive blend of sweet, tangy, and herbaceous flavors perfect for holiday gatherings or casual entertaining. Featuring fresh cranberries simmered with orange juice, maple syrup, and aromatic rosemary, this homemade cranberry jam bursts with vibrant flavor while balancing just the right amount of sweetness. Spread over softened cream cheese, it transforms into a creamy, decadent appetizer that's ideal for pairing with crisp crackers or slices of baguette. Quick to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing spread is as stunning to serve as it is delicious to enjoy. A must-try for fans of seasonal recipes that spotlight bold flavors and effortless elegance!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 0.25 cups orange juice
- 0.25 cups water
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 pack (optional, for serving) crackers or baguette slices
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and remove any stems or spoiled berries.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, maple syrup, orange juice, and water.
Add the fresh rosemary sprigs to the saucepan, partially submerging them in the mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let the cranberries simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until they burst and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency.
Remove the rosemary sprigs from the mixture and discard them.
Allow the cranberry mixture to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 1 week).
Before serving, soften the cream cheese and spread it evenly on a serving platter or shallow dish.
Top the cream cheese with an even layer of the cooled cranberry mixture.
Serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2450 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.6 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.8 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 2324 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.4 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 979 mg | 21% | |
*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.
