How to make the Perfect Appetizer Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

How to make the Perfect Appetizer Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful blend of flavors perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings people

Calories 421 kcal

Equipment

oven
large bowl
Spoon

Ingredients

Cheese and Sauce Ingredients

2 cups Extra Sharp White Cheddar
8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
⅓ cup Cranberry Sauce
¼ cup Fresh Cranberries Diced
2 Tbs Orange Zest Optional

Serve With

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees
Grate Extra Sharp White Cheddar Cheese and set Aside
In a large bowl add softened cream cheese, grated cheese, cranberry sauce and diced cranberries. Orange Zest can also be added as well.
With a large spoon, stir to combine
Place in oven-safe bowl and sprinkle extra cheese on top if desired
Bake for 20-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly
Serve with sliced Baguette, French Bread, or Artisan Bread
Serve Hot

Notes

Canned Cranberry Sauce can be used, however making Fresh Cranberry Sauce is so much better. Make Cranberry Sauce in Instant Pot or on Stove Top in minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 421kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 615mgPotassium: 135mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 893IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 344mgIron: 2mg

Keyword appetizer, cheese dip, Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip, cranberry dip, party dip

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