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Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Skewer Bites

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Skewer Bites are the perfect blend of creamy, crunchy, and sweet designed to bring a touch of holiday magic to any gathering. With tangy cranberries, buttery pecans, and luscious cream cheese infused with honey and warm vanilla, each bite feels like a festive celebration. They’re incredibly simple to assemble, visually charming, and ideal for entertaining when you want impressive flavor without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 package of 6-inch skewers
  • Fresh parsley or mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped dried cranberries, chopped pecans, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  2. Use a small scoop or spoon to shape the mixture into 1-inch bite-sized balls.
  3. Thread each cream cheese ball onto a skewer, adding whole dried cranberries and pecan halves between them for color and texture.
  4. Arrange on a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley or mint, if desired.
  5. Chill the skewers for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop.

Notes

  1. Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing cold cream cheese leads to lumps and uneven texture.
  2. Chop the cranberries and pecans finely enough that they blend seamlessly but still provide crunch.
  3. If the mixture feels too soft to roll, refrigerate it for 10–15 minutes to firm it up before shaping the balls.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer / Holiday Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 70 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg

Keywords: cranberry pecan skewers, cream cheese appetizer, holiday party bites, no-cook appetizers, festive finger foods

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