Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip
This cream cheese cranberry dip combines creamy cheese with sweet-tart cranberries for a simple baked appetizer that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. Serve it warm with crackers for dipping!
Servings: 10
Cost: $15–$18
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 cups sour cream
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- chopped parsley for garnish
- crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, dried cranberries, and salt until evenly combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a 9-inch round baking dish.
- In a small bowl, toss fresh cranberries with sugar.
- Arrange the sugared cranberries over the cheese mixture and gently press them into the top.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, until hot and bubbly. If desired, broil for a few minutes to lightly brown the top, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Top with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm with crackers.
Notes
- If preparing ahead, the cheese mixture can be refrigerated until ready to bake; add the sugared fresh cranberries just before baking.