Description
Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that balances creamy richness with the tartness of cranberries. This dip is perfect for any occasion, from holiday celebrations to casual get-togethers, and pairs wonderfully with crackers, fresh vegetables, or toasted bread. Its vibrant color and unique flavor make it a crowd-pleaser that will have your guests coming back for more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create an elegant dish that impresses without the fuss. Ideal for both seasoned chefs and kitchen novices, this recipe promises to elevate your appetizer game effortlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; thaw frozen cranberries if using.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Cook cranberries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until cranberries pop (5-7 minutes).
- Once cooled, fold the cranberry mixture into the cream cheese along with green onions and lemon juice.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers or vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 122mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg