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Baked Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Dip

  • Author: Avery
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Warm, festive, and irresistibly creamy, this Baked Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Dip brings together the perfect blend of tangy cranberries, toasted pecans, and rich cream cheese. With hints of vanilla and cinnamon for cozy holiday flavor, it bakes into a bubbly, golden dip that pairs beautifully with crispy toasted baguette slices. Whether you’re hosting a winter gathering or simply craving a comforting seasonal appetizer, this dip is guaranteed to be the shining star of the table.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 baguette, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the chopped cranberries, pecans, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until evenly incorporated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish and spread it evenly across the surface.
  5. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the dip is visibly bubbly and lightly golden on top.
  6. While the dip bakes, brush the baguette slices with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
  7. Toast the baguette slices in the oven during the last 10 minutes of the dip’s bake time, or until golden and crisp.
  8. Remove the dip and baguette from the oven. Serve warm with the toasted slices for dipping.

Notes

  1. Chop fresh cranberries finely large chunks can be overly tart and may prevent even flavor distribution.
  2. A shallow baking dish helps the dip brown more evenly and gives a perfect ratio of golden top to creamy interior.
  3. Letting the dip cool slightly before serving helps it thicken and makes scooping easier.
  • Category: Appetizer / Dip
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: ~14 g
  • Sodium: ~210 mg
  • Fat: ~22 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~10–11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~22 g
  • Fiber: ~2 g
  • Protein: ~6 g
  • Cholesterol: ~40 mg

Keywords: cranberry pecan dip, cream cheese dip, holiday dip recipe, baked cream cheese appetizer

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