Best 9 Cranberry Chili Cheese Spread Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy appetizer or spread to serve at your next party or gathering, look no further than cranberry chili cheese spread. This classic recipe combines the tanginess of cranberries, the spiciness of chili peppers, and the creaminess of cheese to create a truly irresistible dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will guide you through the process of making cranberry chili cheese spread, providing helpful tips and suggestions along the way. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and get ready to create a delightful treat that will be sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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-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.

CRANBERRY-CHILE SAUCE



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/4 cup grated orange zest (from about 3 oranges)
2 dried guajillo chile peppers, stemmed and seeded
2 dried ancho chile peppers, stemmed and seeded
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place the sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the cranberries to the saucepan and return to a boil. Turn down the heat to low and let simmer until the cranberries start bursting, about 10 minutes. Add the orange zest to the sauce.
  • Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the guajillo and ancho chiles and simmer until the chiles soften, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
  • Transfer the chiles to a blender using a slotted spoon; blend until they become paste-like, adding some of the water from the pan to loosen. Add the chile paste to the cranberry sauce, season with a pinch of salt and stir. Heat and serve as a great twist to a Thanksgiving classic!

SPICY CRANBERRY CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a delightful mix of sweet and spicy! But the cool cream cheese keeps the heat down. Soooo pretty for the holidays!!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 8 ounces

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup jellied whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup jalapeno jelly (red)
8 ounces brick cream cheese
assorted cracker

Steps:

  • Mix the cranberry sauce and pepper jelly together until smooth.
  • Place cream cheese on serving dish.
  • Pour jelly sauce over.
  • Serve with crackers.
  • NOTE: does not work well with fat free cream cheese, as it separates. But the light cream cheese is wonderful!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 102.5, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 18.2, Protein 1.8

ZIPPY CRANBERRY CHEDDAR SPREAD



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This zesty spread is a holiday hit! It's easy to make and tastes even better the day after you make it. Serve with crackers or slices of baguette. This spread is zippy, so if you don't like spice, reduce cayenne and dry mustard by half.

Provided by K. Waid

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons milk
¼ teaspoon mustard powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and milk until well blended. Season with mustard powder and cayenne pepper, then mix in dried cranberries. Use immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 99.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

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-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

PECAN CRANBERRY SPREAD



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I find any excuse possible to serve this. Great around the holidays but worthy of being made all year round. It is the dish I am most often asked to bring to a gathering requiring finger foods or appetizers. Really good on Townhouse Wheat Crackers. If I don't have any orange juice concentrate, I use just enough fresh squeezed juice to make it the right consistency and the zest from the orange for more flavor. *PLEASE NOTE!!* You REALLY need to make this ahead of time! The flavors must blend for it to taste good!

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • Using an electric mixer, beat at medium speed and cream the cream cheese until soft and fluffy.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors blend, at the very least 60 minutes.
  • Serve cold with crackers.

DRIED-CRANBERRY SPREAD



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Food Processor     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Cream Cheese     Goat Cheese     Cranberry     Honey     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 8-ounce container nonfat cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet; about 1 3/4 ounces)
2 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
2 to 3 teaspoons honey

Steps:

  • Spray metal blade of processor with nonstick spray. Add dried cranberries to processor and coarsely chop. Add nonfat cream cheese, goat cheese, nonfat yogurt and 2 teaspoons honey; process until well blended. Taste and add 1 teaspoon honey, if desired. Transfer spread to bowl. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe cranberries for the best flavor. You can use frozen cranberries if fresh ones are not available, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the cranberries and nuts by hand.
  • To make a smoother spread, use a high-powered blender or food processor.
  • If you like a spicier spread, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • For a milder spread, omit the chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables.
  • The spread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Cranberry chili cheese spread is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, this spread is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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