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Baked Cream Cheese Cranberry Dip Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Baked Cream Cheese Cranberry Dip is a deliciously creamy and tangy appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights. Combining smooth cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and a blend of mozzarella and white cheddar cheeses, topped with sweetened fresh cranberries and baked until bubbly, this dip offers a festive burst of flavors. Served warm with crackers, breadsticks, or crostini, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Cheese Base

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese

Cranberry Topping

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 2 tbsp sugar

Garnish and Serving

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Crackers, breadsticks, or crostini for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the dip evenly.
  2. Prepare the Cheese Base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, and white cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth and well-blended cheese mixture.
  3. Coat Cranberries: In a separate bowl, toss the fresh cranberries with sugar until all the berries are evenly coated with the sugar, which will enhance their sweetness and help them soften during baking.
  4. Assemble: Spread the cheese mixture evenly into a baking dish, creating a smooth layer. Then, evenly distribute the sugared cranberries on top of the cheese base.
  5. Bake: Place the assembled dish into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cranberries start to burst, releasing their juices and mixing with the cheese.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the dip from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top. Serve the dip warm alongside crackers, breadsticks, or crostini for dipping.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh cranberries and not frozen, as they hold their shape better but still burst nicely during baking.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with Monterey Jack or another mild melting cheese if desired.
  • The sugar coating on cranberries can be adjusted based on your preference for sweetness.
  • This dip is best served warm; if needed, reheat gently before serving.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven at a low temperature until warmed through.

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