Best 9 Cranberry Cheese Spread Recipes

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Searching for a delightful and effortless recipe to whip up a delectable cranberry cheese spread? Look no further. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can create a creamy, tangy, and utterly delicious spread perfect for any occasion. Impress your guests at your upcoming holiday gathering, elevate your everyday crackers and bread, or pack it for a delightful picnic treat. Let's embark on a culinary journey and delve into the luscious world of cranberry cheese spreads, uncovering the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This festive dip is a snap to make, taking only 10 minutes from start to finish. Thanks to its hint of sweetness, both kids and adults will gobble it up. -Frankie Robinson, Lockhart, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, cranberries, apricots and orange zest until blended. Chill until serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup cranberry sauce
1/2 orange, zested and juiced
1/2 orange, zested and juiced
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Toasted bagels, for serving

Steps:

  • Process the cream cheese, cranberry sauce, orange zest and juice until smooth, then pulse in your pecans. Spread on a bagel!

CRANBERRY JALAPENO CHEESE SPREAD



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This easy spread is based on several different relishes and spreads I've tasted or made before. I love the sweet and spicy combination of flavors. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
Assorted crackers or sliced sweet yellow and orange peppers

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cranberry mixture until blended. Serve with crackers or sliced peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY CHEESE SPREAD



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"Here's a creamy sweet-tart spread that's ideal for a holiday buffet," notes field editor Nancy Johnson of Laverne, Oklahoma.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, honey and cinnamon until smooth. Spread onto a serving dish or plate. , In a small bowl, stir cranberry sauce until it reaches spreading consistency; spread over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with almonds. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY-CHILI CHEESE SPREAD



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Appetizers just can't get much easier than this ritzy-looking cheese spread with its refreshing hint of lime. I turn to this recipe whenever unexpected guests drop in. -Laurie LaClair, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1 green onion, sliced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese on a serving plate. In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, green chiles, onion, lime juice and spices. Spoon over cream cheese. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ROASTED GARLIC CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Lightly sweet and savoury with a delicate but addicting flavor. The original recipe called for currants and almonds, but since I didn't have either, I came up with this winning variation. Prep time doesn't include soaking the cranberries or refrigeration.

Provided by Marla Swoffer

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 heads roasted garlic
1/2 cup dried cranberries
8 ounces cream cheese
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Macerate, i.e.soften, the cranberries by soaking in water (or rum to add a touch of flavor) for 20-30 minutes.
  • Microwaving briefly might also work.
  • Bring the cream cheese to room temperature (leave out or microwave 30-60 seconds) unless it's whipped.
  • Make garlic into paste (squeeze out of skins and mash) Mix garlic paste and cranberries into cream cheese.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste (those who prefer sweet to savory may also want to add a teaspoon of sugar or another sweetener).
  • Refrigerate for at least two hours.
  • Serve with crackers or in tea sandwiches.

CRANBERRY AMBROSIA-CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Found this delicious-sounding recipe in "The Spirit of Christmas" cookbook. This spread is served with gingersnaps. Yum! Note: Read serving instructions carefully before assembling dish.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 (6 ounce) package dried sweetened cranberries, divided
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (3 1/2 ounce) can shredded coconut, divided
1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
8 pecan halves, toasted
gingersnaps, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together cream cheese and sugar until blended. Reserving 1/4 cup cranberries, add remaining dried cranberries. Pat pineapple and oranges dry between layers of paper towels. Set oranges and pineapple aside separately.
  • Reserving 1/4 cup coconut, stir remaining coconut and pineapple into cream cheese mixture. Stir in chopped pecans. Spoon mixture into a serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle reserved dried cranberries around edges of bowll. Arrange orange sections around inside edges of cranberries Sprinkle reserved coconut in center and top with toasted pecan halves. Serve with gingersnaps.

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Make and share this Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cookie Connoisseur

Categories     Low Protein

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 (16 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, honey and cinnamon until smooth. Spread on serving plate.
  • Stir cranberry sauce until spreading consistency and spread over cream cheese mixture.
  • Sprinkle with almonds if desired.
  • Refrigerate 2-3 hours.
  • Serve with crackers. I use Ritz.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.1, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 25.8, Sodium 79.5, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 18.1, Protein 1.4

CRANBERRY-TOPPED THREE-CHEESE SPREAD



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Juicy, tart cranberries complement a delicious spread made with three types of tasty cheese.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2h15m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Swiss almond cold-pack cheese food (from 8-oz container)
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
Sliced almonds, if desired
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, beat all ingredients except cranberry sauce, almonds and crackers with electric mixer on medium-low speed until smooth.
  • Line 2-cup mold with plastic wrap. Spoon cheese mixture into mold. Cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours but no longer than 2 days.
  • When ready to serve, turn mold upside down onto serving plate and remove plastic wrap. Spoon cranberry sauce over mold; sprinkle with almonds. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose flavorful ingredients: Use high-quality cream cheese, cranberries, and nuts for the best flavor.
  • Use a food processor: A food processor makes it easy to chop the cranberries and nuts and mix the ingredients together.
  • Chill the spread before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up.
  • Serve with a variety of crackers or bread: Cranberry cheese spread is delicious with crackers, bread, or even fruit.
  • Garnish the spread with fresh cranberries or herbs: This will add a festive touch to your dish.

Conclusion:

Cranberry cheese spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Serve it with a variety of crackers or bread and enjoy!

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