Description
A warm and creamy dip blending the richness of cream cheese with tart cranberries and herbs, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or canned/dried)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Crackers, baguette slices, or fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwaving it for 15 seconds.
- Mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and honey in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Incorporate the cranberries, chopped herbs, and nuts, ensuring everything is well-distributed.
- Transfer the mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve warm with your favorite crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies.
Notes
For a lighter version, use Neufchâtel cheese. Monitor baking time closely to achieve the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cranberry dip, cream cheese dip, baked dip, party appetizer, holiday recipe