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Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip with Pecans

A warm and comforting cranberry cream cheese dip, perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in. Easy to make and incredibly delicious!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cranberries If frozen, do not thaw
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts optional
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest optional, adds a bright citrusy note

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 8x8 inch baking dish
  • Electric Mixer (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. An electric mixer is recommended but can be done by hand.
  3. Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gently fold in the cranberries, pecans (if using), and orange zest (if using).
  5. Pour the mixture into an 8x8 inch greased baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the edges are slightly golden brown. Do not overbake.
  7. Let the dip cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with crackers, graham crackers, pretzels, or your favorite chips.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream. This dip can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.