I dropped off a jar for my neighbor, and she called just 10 minutes later asking for the recipe! It truly tastes like Christmas in a jar everyone loves it
This smooth, holiday-inspired spread combines tangy cranberry sauce with rich cream cheese and light, whipped cream. It’s perfect for Christmas morning breakfasts, brunch tables, or served as a sweet dip alongside fresh fruit.
Christmas & Cream Spread
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese, softened | 2 (8 oz) packages |
| Heavy whipping cream, chilled | ¾ cup |
| Whole berry cranberry sauce | ½ cup |
| Fresh orange zest | 1 teaspoon |
Instructions
Soften and blend the cream cheese
Place the softened cream cheese in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Incorporate the cream
Add the chilled heavy whipping cream and mix until fully combined.
Chill
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes.
Whip until fluffy
After chilling, beat the mixture again with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Add cranberry and orange
Carefully fold in the cranberry sauce and orange zest, mixing gently to maintain the light texture.
Store and serve
Transfer the spread to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve on toast, English muffins, waffles, or as a festive fruit dip.
