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Warm Cranberry-White Cheddar Holiday Dip

Warm Cranberry-White Cheddar Holiday Dip That Wows Guests

Warm Cranberry-White Cheddar Holiday Dip is a creamy, gluten-free appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz White Cheddar Cheese try Gruyere or gouda for a twist
  • 1/2 cup Cream Cheese adds smoothness
  • 1/4 cup Cranberry Sauce store-bought works perfectly
  • 1/2 cup Honey adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh is lovely, dried will do
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For Serving
  • Gluten-Free Crackers ensure they're gluten-free
  • Fresh Vegetables such as carrots, celery, or bell peppers

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 8 oz of shredded white cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of softened cream cheese.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of thyme, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Transfer the cheese mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  5. Spoon 1/4 cup of cranberry sauce over the cheese mixture.
  6. Bake for approximately 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  7. Allow to cool for a minute before serving with gluten-free crackers or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

You can prepare the cheese mixture in advance and add the cranberry sauce just before baking.

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