Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of this Irresistible Warm Cranberry-White Cheddar Holiday Dip, a must-have for your holiday gatherings. This creamy dip combines rich white cheddar and cream cheese with tart cranberries, creating a perfect blend of sweet and savory that will impress your guests. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a versatile appetizer that pairs beautifully with crackers, crostini, or fresh bread. Its warm colors and inviting aroma make it an eye-catching centerpiece on any holiday table. With options to customize sweetness or add fresh herbs, this dip is bound to become a holiday favorite everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded white cheddar, sour cream, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread the cheese mixture into an oven-safe baking dish. Top with cranberry sauce and sprinkle fresh cranberries if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before drizzling with honey and garnishing with thyme. Serve warm with dippers of your choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg