Warm Cranberry & White Cheddar Dip
This Warm Cranberry & White Cheddar Dip is a delightful blend of tangy cranberries and creamy white cheddar, making it the perfect appetizer for any gathering. The dip is warm, cheesy, and bursting with flavor, sure to impress your guests.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 9-inch baking dish
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 whisk or spatula
- 1 oven mitts
- 1 serving spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries About 250 grams.
- ½ cup granulated sugar 100 grams.
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 ounces cream cheese Softened, about 225 grams.
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese About 100 grams.
- ½ cup sour cream 120 grams.
- ¼ cup mayonnaise 60 grams.
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped green onions About 60 grams.
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Optional, for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, orange zest, and ground cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries start to burst and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded white cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Gently fold in the cooked cranberry mixture and chopped green onions into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the dip mixture to a 9-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve warm with crackers, pita chips, or sliced baguette.
Notes
You can use dried cranberries if fresh are not available, but reduce the sugar, as dried cranberries are sweeter.
This dip can be made a day in advance. Simply cover and refrigerate before baking; add an extra few minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.
Feel free to customize the dip by adding other ingredients like cooked bacon or spices based on your preference.