Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip, a creamy and tangy appetizer that is perfect for any gathering. This warm dip features a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mozzarella, perfectly complemented by tart cranberries. It’s easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy hosts looking to impress their guests. Serve it with an array of crackers, breadsticks, or crostini for a delightful experience that balances flavors and textures beautifully. Whether it’s a holiday party or a cozy night in, this crowd-pleasing dish will be the highlight of your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese with sour cream until smooth. Add mozzarella and white cheddar; stir until well combined.
- In another bowl, toss fresh cranberries with sugar until evenly coated to reduce tartness.
- Spread the cheese mixture in a baking dish and top with sugared cranberries.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and cranberries begin to burst.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parsley before serving warm with crackers or breadsticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg