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Cranberry Walnut Cream Cheese Dip

Creamy Cranberry Walnut Cream Cheese Dip for Festive Gatherings

A delicious Cranberry Walnut Cream Cheese Dip that's perfect for festive gatherings and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for best texture.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Drizzle slowly for mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Toast before chopping.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Key ingredient for tartness.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Orange Zest Zest the orange part only.
For Serving
  • 1 box Crackers Choose preferred varieties.
  • 2 medium Fresh Fruit (e.g., apples, pears) Sliced for serving.
  • 1 bag Toasted Baguette Slices Perfect for presentation.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for at least 1 hour or microwave in short intervals until soft.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and honey, mixing until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and fresh orange zest.
  4. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and smooth the top.
  5. Let the dip sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve with assorted crackers, fruit, or baguette slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, allow dip to rest before serving to enhance flavors. Store in airtight container for up to 7 days in the fridge or freeze for 2 months.

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