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Cranberry Dip

This easy cranberry dip combines a creamy layer of sweetened cream cheese with tangy whole berry cranberry sauce, crunchy toasted pecans, and fresh green onions. It is a simple make-ahead appetizer that is perfect for holidays, parties, and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup pecans toasted, chopped
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced

Method
 

  1. Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before starting. Allow it to soften until it is easy to mix.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, honey, orange juice, and cinnamon. Mix until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and fully combined with no visible lumps.
  3. Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a shallow serving dish. Spread it evenly into a smooth layer using a spoon or offset spatula.
  4. Spoon the cranberry sauce over the cream cheese layer. Carefully spread it into an even layer while keeping the cream cheese and cranberry layers separate.
  5. Sprinkle the toasted chopped pecans evenly across the cranberry topping.
  6. Scatter the sliced green onions over the top of the dip.
  7. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the dip to firm slightly.
  8. Remove from the refrigerator shortly before serving. Serve with crackers, crostini, pretzels, pita chips, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • Whole berry cranberry sauce provides the best texture.
  • Toasting the pecans adds additional flavor and crunch.
  • Greek yogurt can replace sour cream if desired.
  • Prepare the dip up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.