Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip, a perfect balance of tart cranberries and creamy cheese. This appetizer is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for any gathering—from holiday parties to casual get-togethers. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a vibrant dish that will impress your guests. Serve it with buttery crackers or pretzel chips for an irresistible crunch, and enjoy the festive presentation that adds color to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (12 oz) frozen whole cranberries, thawed
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 2 bricks (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine thawed cranberries, sugar, apricot preserves, and water. Heat over medium-high until boiling.
- Boil for 5 minutes while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and the berries pop.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans. Cool slightly before refrigerating.
- To serve, place softened cream cheese on a platter and spoon the cooled cranberry mixture on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg