Best Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip
Looking for the perfect appetizer to delight your guests this holiday season? This Best Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is your answer! Combining rich cream cheese and extra-sharp cheddar with the sweet-tart burst of cranberries, this warm, gooey dip is both simple and incredibly satisfying. With just four main ingredients, you’ll have it ready in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it hot with crackers, bread, or fresh veggies, and watch as it becomes the star of the show. Whether it’s a cozy night in or a lively party, this dip is sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Extra-Sharp White Cheddar cheese (grated)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ¼ cup cranberry sauce (canned or homemade)
- ½ cup fresh cranberries (frozen works too)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with one cup of grated cheddar until smooth.
- Gently fold in cranberry sauce and fresh cranberries until well combined.
- If desired, sprinkle in nutmeg for added flavor.
- Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with crackers or bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg