Cranberry Spread

Add a festive touch to your appetizer table with this irresistibly tangy and creamy Cranberry Spread! Made with vibrant fresh cranberries, a hint of honey, and the warm spice of ground cinnamon, this recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Fresh orange juice and zest elevate the spread with a citrusy brightness, while velvety cream cheese creates a smooth, decadent base. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make spread is perfect for entertaining and pairs beautifully with crackers, toasted bread, or even as a savory-sweet complement to roasted meats. Ideal for holiday gatherings or any time you want a crowd-pleasing snack, this make-ahead dish is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 0.25 cups orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 8 ounces cream cheese

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort through the cranberries, discarding any that are soft or spoiled.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, honey, orange juice, orange zest, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine the ingredients.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cranberry mixture to cool to room temperature.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or spatula to soften the cream cheese until smooth.

Step 7

Add the cooled cranberry mixture to the cream cheese and stir well until fully combined.

Step 8

Transfer the cranberry spread to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or as an accompaniment to roasted meats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1520.8

Total Fat 78.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 229.1mg	0%
Sodium 722.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 203.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 165.3g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 269.4mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 768.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 51.3%