Description
Holiday Cranberry Cream Cheese is a delightful blend of sweet-tart cranberries and creamy cheese, perfect for festive gatherings. This vibrant dish is not only visually appealing but also serves as an enticing appetizer that will have your guests coming back for more. Enjoy it with crackers or fresh vegetables for a deliciously satisfying experience that enhances any holiday celebration.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (or pecans)
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely sliced
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove any blemished berries.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries and sugar. Cook until the cranberries begin to pop (about 5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked, let the mixture cool slightly before folding in chopped walnuts and green onions.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually fold in the cranberry mixture until well combined.
- Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers or toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg