Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip (Easy Holiday Appetizer)
This festive Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip is a quick, no-bake holiday appetizer made with just four ingredients. Creamy, sweet, and slightly tangy, it’s the perfect blend of rich cream cheese and bright cranberry flavor — ready in 10 minutes and always a crowd favorite.
Equipment
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Mixing bowl
- Rubber Spatula
- serving bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature (2 packages, 8 oz each)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 7 oz whole-berry cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- ½ cup whipped cream or whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- Optional garnishes: chopped pecans, drizzle of honey, or fresh cranberries
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the sugar and cranberry sauce. Beat for 1–2 minutes until fully combined and evenly colored.
- Using a spatula, gently fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping until fully incorporated and lightened in texture.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and dip to firm slightly.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with extra cranberry sauce, chopped pecans, or honey drizzle. Serve with crackers, cookies, or fruit.