Best 6 Warm Cranberry Spread Recipes

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Warm cranberry spread is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on a variety of foods, from bread and crackers to pancakes and waffles. It is also a great way to add a festive touch to your holiday meals. With its bright red color and tart, sweet flavor, warm cranberry spread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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

CRANBERRY SPREAD



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I think the orange-cranberry combination is the key to this tongue-tingling cream cheese spread. Serve it with your favorite crackers and watch it disappear!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
1 tablespoon sugar
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup finely chopped dried cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, orange juice concentrate, sugar, zest and cinnamon until blended. Fold in cranberries and pecans. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

SO EASY CRANBERRY JAM SPREAD



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Anyone can make this, it's so simple! Give this away as gifts for the holidays. The jam will keep up to 5 days covered tightly in the refrigerator. 1 cup sugar will produce a more tart jam, increase the sugar slighty for a sweeter taste.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Berries

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) bag cranberries (fresh or frozen, if using frozen do not thaw)
1 cup sugar (you can use a bit more)
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring all ingredients to a boil in a 2-3 quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes, (the jam will continue to thicken as it cools).
  • Using a fine-mesh sieve, force the jam through and then discard the skins and seeds.
  • Cool in a bowl stirring occasionally.
  • Store covered in the fridge.

CRANBERRY DIP



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The color of this dip is very festive and would make a nice addition to any snack or appetizer table at your next holiday party.

Provided by ELIZRA

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 cup white sugar
1 cup apricot jam
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine cranberries with sugar in a 2 quart baking dish with a lid, stirring well to coat all the berries. Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for about 30 minutes, until the cranberries pop and release their liquid.
  • Remove from oven and stir in the apricot jam and pecans. Refrigerate overnight to blend the flavors. To serve, allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature, and pour dip over the block of cream cheese on a serving dish. Serve with buttery round crackers or small pretzels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 24.9 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

CRANBERRY SPREAD



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I found this on the inside label of a can of cranberry sauce. I just had it for lunch on a turkey sandwich. Wow - it was delicious. You can also use this to baste any type of poultry.

Provided by Caz320

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce (the kind that comes out looking like the can)
1 1/2 tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mix cranberry sauce, mustard and brown sugar in a small bowl.
  • Whisk together until smooth.

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

HOT 'N' SPICY CRANBERRY DIP



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When I want to make this as an appetizer on Christmas or New Year's, I double the recipe, using one 16-ounce can of cranberry sauce. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup jellied cranberry sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon honey
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
Miniature hot dogs or smoked sausage links, warmed
Sliced apples or pears

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm with sausage and/or fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Fresh cranberries: Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they may need to be thawed before using.
  • Sugar: The amount of sugar you use will depend on how tart you want the spread to be. You can use white sugar, brown sugar, or a combination of both.
  • Spices: The spices you use will add flavor and depth to the spread. Common spices used in cranberry spread include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
  • Citrus zest: Citrus zest adds a bright, tangy flavor to the spread. Orange zest is a classic choice, but you can also use lemon zest, lime zest, or grapefruit zest.
  • Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds a warm, rich flavor to the spread. It's a small but important ingredient that really brings all the flavors together.
  • Cooking time: The cooking time will vary depending on the amount of cranberries you are using and the desired consistency of the spread. Cook the cranberries until they are soft and have released their juices.

Conclusion:

Cranberry spread is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for spreading on toast, muffins, or scones. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and cookies. And it makes a great addition to a cheeseboard or charcuterie platter. So next time you're looking for a sweet and tangy treat, give cranberry spread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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