Description
A delightful and creamy dip made with cream cheese and tart cranberry sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crackers or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the cranberry sauce until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts and green onions if using.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve with crackers or sliced baguette.
Notes
For a brighter flavor, consider adding a splash of fresh lemon juice. If desired, honey can be added for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cranberry dip, cream cheese dip, holiday appetizer, easy dip recipe