Seven-Layer Cranberry Cobb Dip is a festive crowd-pleaser that combines sweet, tangy, and creamy layers for the perfect holiday appetizer. With luscious cranberry sauce, creamy cheese, fresh herbs, and crunchy pecans, it’s both colorful and irresistibly flavorful. Serve it warm or chilled with crackers or crostini—it disappears fast at any party.
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Ingredients:
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
½ cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
½ cup chopped green onions
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Crackers, crostini, or pita chips for serving
Instructions:
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Prepare the Creamy Base:
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, honey, and orange zest. Beat until smooth and creamy. Season lightly with salt and pepper. -
Assemble the Layers:
In a medium serving dish or shallow baking dish, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly as the first layer. -
Add the Cranberry Layer:
Spoon the cranberry sauce over the cream cheese mixture, spreading it gently with a spatula. -
Sprinkle the Cheese:
Add shredded white cheddar and crumbled goat cheese evenly over the cranberry layer. -
Top with Fresh Additions:
Scatter chopped green onions, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries over the top for color and texture. -
Finish with Fresh Herbs:
Sprinkle with chopped parsley just before serving for a burst of freshness. -
Serve:
Serve the dip at room temperature or warm it in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10 minutes if you prefer it melty. Pair it with sturdy crackers, toasted baguette slices, or pita chips.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 245
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fat: 18g
Sugar: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Tips:
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For a tangier twist, swap the goat cheese with blue cheese crumbles.
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Use homemade cranberry sauce with orange zest for a brighter flavor.
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If serving warm, watch closely so the top just melts but doesn’t dry out.
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You can make this a day ahead; cover and refrigerate, then bring to room temperature before serving.
