Cranberry Cream Cheese Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this festive Cranberry Cream Cheese spread! A quick and easy recipe perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple yet elegant weeknight meal. This creamy, tangy, and subtly sweet spread pairs perfectly with sliced turkey, fresh arugula, and toasted ciabatta bread. Inspired by Southern Living magazine, this recipe is a must-try for cranberry lovers!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 278.1 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Cream Cheese

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How to Make Cranberry Cream Cheese

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries (thawed if frozen), 1/4 cup of orange marmalade, and 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
  2. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Serve generously on toasted ciabatta bread with sliced turkey and fresh arugula. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

39g

Carbs

8g