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Deliciously creamy cranberry cream cheese dip served in a festive bowl.

Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

A tangy and creamy dip perfect for Thanksgiving and potlucks, combining cream cheese, sour cream, whole-berry cranberry sauce, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Use real cream cheese for the best texture.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce Trader Joe's brand is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans Can substitute with toasted walnuts.
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • fresh herbs for garnish (optional) Parsley or thyme can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture in a serving dish.
  4. Pour the whole-berry cranberry sauce over the cream cheese layer.
  5. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top for added crunch.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
  7. Serve with crackers or bread for dipping.

Notes

Let the cream cheese come to room temperature (10-20 minutes) for easier spreading. Dramatic swirls of cranberry sauce are visually appealing.