Description
This Baked Cream Cheese Cranberry Dip is the ultimate holiday appetizer that combines the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the sweetness of cranberries and a hint of cinnamon. Topped with crunchy pecans, it’s the perfect dip to serve with crackers or bread for a festive touch that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir until well blended and smooth.
- Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped pecans.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and bubbly.
- Serve warm with crackers or bread for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute the dried cranberries with fresh cranberries if you prefer a tangier flavor. Just cook them down a bit with sugar to soften them.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of extra cinnamon or a drizzle of honey on top before serving.
- This dip is also great served with apple slices, fresh bread, or crostini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes