Description
Baked Cream Cheese Cranberry Dip combines the creamy goodness of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise with the sweetness of dried cranberries and the crunch of pecans. Baked until bubbly and golden, this dip is the perfect savory-sweet appetizer for any holiday gathering or party. Serve with crackers or bread for a deliciously indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well blended.
- Fold in dried cranberries and chopped pecans.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the dip is heated through and bubbly.
- Serve warm with crackers or bread for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute the dried cranberries with fresh cranberries for a tart twist, though they may need to be sweetened a bit more.
- For a crunchier dip, try adding a few extra chopped pecans on top before baking.
- This dip can be served as an appetizer or snack at holiday parties, gatherings, or casual get-togethers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cranberry Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Baked Dip, Holiday Appetizer, Savory Sweet Dip, Pecans Dip