Warm Harvest Cranberry Dip

Embrace the flavors of fall with this Warm Harvest Cranberry Dip, a festive blend of tangy, sweet, and savory that's perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. This irresistible appetizer layers a creamy base of softened cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp white cheddar cheese with a luscious cranberry topping made from fresh cranberries, a hint of orange zest, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Finished with a sprinkle of crunchy pecans and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this dip pairs beautifully with crackers or toasted baguette slices. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any autumn celebration, this quick-prep recipe (ready in just 30 minutes!) is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Chopped pecans (optional, for topping)
• 0 Crackers or baguette slices (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, orange zest, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 3

Cook the cranberry mixture, stirring frequently, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded sharp white cheddar cheese until evenly combined.

Step 6

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into a small, oven-safe baking dish or skillet.

Step 7

Top the cream cheese layer with the prepared cranberry mixture, spreading it evenly over the surface.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top for added crunch.

Step 9

Bake the dip in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the top is slightly golden.

Step 10

Remove the dip from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with crackers or baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(865.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2249.7

Total Fat 161.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 428.6mg	0%
Sodium 1658.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 131.1g
Protein 51.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1248.7mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 724.5mg	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: 62.0%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 29.2%