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Best Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Best Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip for Holiday Joy

Experience the joy of the Best Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip, a delightful blend of flavors perfect for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Extra-Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, grated Can substitute with yellow cheddar
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, room temperature Full-fat or Neufchatel for lighter option
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Use homemade for best flavor
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Can substitute with frozen cranberries
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg (Optional) Fresh is preferred

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Hand Mixer or Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip
  1. Prepare the Sauce: Reserve ½ cup fresh cranberries. In a saucepan, combine remaining cranberries, sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, and water. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
  2. Preheat Oven: Spray a baking dish with non-stick spray and preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or 350°F (175°C) for convection baking.
  3. Mix Cheese: In a bowl, combine cream cheese and cheddar cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Fold in cranberry sauce, reserved cranberries, and nutmeg. Pour mixture into baking dish and top with remaining cheddar.
  5. Bake: Bake for 18-23 minutes until bubbly and golden. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Serve: Let cool slightly and serve warm with crostini, crackers, or pita chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Shred cheese yourself for best results. Assemble dip up to two days in advance and refrigerate. Use leftover cranberry sauce for a flavorful twist.

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