Orange Cranberry Apricot Cream Cheese Dip
Orange Cranberry Apricot Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for any gathering. With a creamy texture, vibrant colors, and easy preparation, this dip is sure to impress your guests. Serve it alongside crackers or fresh fruits for a crowd-pleasing snack that everyone will be asking for!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 15 minute
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup dried cranberries (sweetened)
- 1 cup dried apricots (finely chopped)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter.
- Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cranberries, apricots, orange zest, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
- Taste the dip and adjust sweetness or zest as desired.
- If using, fold in chopped pecans gently with a spatula.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or substituting cranberries with dried cherries. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; stir before serving again.