Ingredients
– 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, room temperature
– 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
– ½ teaspoon crushed dried rosemary
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ cup canned whole berry cranberry sauce
– ⅔ cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
1-Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
2-Beat 2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth, then add 2 cups shredded mozzarella, ½ teaspoon crushed dried rosemary, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder; mix until fully combined.
3-Gently fold in ½ cup canned whole berry cranberry sauce and ⅔ cup fresh cranberries to keep the textures intact, then transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
4-Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top for a cheesy crust.
5-Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the dip is bubbling throughout.
6-Serve hot with crackers, bread, or pita chips for the best flavor and texture.
Last Step:
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🧊 Use canned whole berry cranberry sauce for convenience, or substitute with your homemade sauce.
🌿 Rosemary and garlic powder add lovely earthy and savory flavors; consider adding a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
🔥 Serve the dip warm to enjoy the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg