Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip (Print-Friendly Version)
Tart cranberries, creamy cheese, and crunchy pecans combine for a delicious holiday dip, ideal for Thanksgiving or game day. Easy to serve with pretzel chips, this festive blend is one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Components
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12 ounces frozen whole cranberries, thawed, unsweetened
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1 cup granulated white sugar
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1 cup apricot preserves or jam
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1/2 cup water
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1 cup chopped pecans
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16 ounces cream cheese, softened
# How to Make It:
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Place cranberries, granulated sugar, apricot preserves, and water into a large saucepan.
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Set pan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
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Allow mixture to bubble and froth, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes. Continue until cranberries have burst and the mixture has darkened.
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Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
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Let the cranberry-pecan mixture cool at room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled.
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Arrange softened cream cheese bricks on a serving platter. Using a spoon, gently press to form a shallow indentation in the center of each brick.
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Spoon the chilled cranberry-pecan mixture over the cream cheese and serve with crackers or pretzel chips.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For a finer texture, the cranberry mixture can be gently mashed after cooking to break up any remaining whole berries.