Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is sweet, tangy and perfect for holidays or parties. This Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe is very easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup fresh or canned whole cranberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Crackers or bread for serving
Instructions
Soften the Cream Cheese
- Leave cream cheese at room temperature for 20 minutes. Soft cheese mixes easily with other ingredients.
Prepare the Cranberries
- If using fresh cranberries, rinse and dry them. You can chop them slightly for smaller bites.
Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar
- Put cream cheese in a bowl. Add sugar and mix with a spoon until smooth.
Add Cranberries and Zest
- Add cranberries and orange zest to the cream cheese. Mix gently so berries stay whole.
Add Vanilla Extract
- Pour in vanilla extract. Stir everything until fully combined and creamy.
Transfer to Serving Bowl
- Move the dip into a small serving bowl. Smooth the top with a spoon.
Chill if Needed
- You can serve immediately or chill in fridge for 30 minutes. Chilling improves flavor.
Serve with Crackers or Bread
- Place crackers or bread around the bowl. Scoop dip and enjoy.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for smooth texture.
- Fresh cranberries are tart; add extra sugar if needed.
- Orange zest makes the dip taste brighter and fresher.
- You can add chopped nuts for crunch.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.