{"id":6255,"date":"2025-09-29T22:15:54","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T22:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=6255"},"modified":"2025-09-29T22:15:54","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T22:15:54","slug":"festive-cranberry-cream-cheese-spread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/29\/festive-cranberry-cream-cheese-spread\/","title":{"rendered":"Festive Cranberry &#038; Cream Cheese Spread"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"133\">Festive Cranberry &amp; Cream Cheese Spread<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"429\">Looking for a holiday-ready appetizer or breakfast topper that\u2019s creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet? This <strong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"280\">Cranberry &amp; Cream Cheese Spread<\/strong> is the perfect seasonal treat. With smooth cream cheese, a hint of orange zest, and a swirl of cranberry sauce, it\u2019s as pretty as it is delicious.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"450\">Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"610\">\n<li data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"500\">\n<p data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"500\">2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"530\">\n<p data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"530\">\u00be cup chilled heavy cream<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"568\">\n<p data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"568\">\u00bd cup whole berry cranberry sauce<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"610\">\n<p data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"610\">1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"630\">Directions:<\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"630\">Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"1343\">\n<li data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"743\">\n<p data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"743\"><strong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"655\">Prepare the Base<\/strong><br data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"658\" \/>In a large mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese until soft, creamy, and lump-free.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"896\">\n<p data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"896\"><strong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"765\">Blend &amp; Chill<\/strong><br data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"768\" \/>Pour in the cold heavy cream and beat until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow it to set slightly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1024\">\n<p data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1024\"><strong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"915\">Whip it Up<\/strong><br data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\" \/>Take the mixture out of the fridge and beat again until stiff peaks form, giving it a fluffy texture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1177\">\n<p data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1177\"><strong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1048\">Swirl in Flavor<\/strong><br data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1051\" \/>Gently fold in the cranberry sauce and orange zest. Be careful not to overmix \u2014 you want beautiful red swirls throughout.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1343\">\n<p data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1343\"><strong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1199\">Chill &amp; Serve<\/strong><br data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1202\" \/>Spoon the mixture into a sealed container and refrigerate until firm. Serve chilled with bagels, toast, muffins, or even as a fruit dip.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1473\">\u2728 <strong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1355\">Tip:<\/strong> For an extra festive touch, sprinkle a little extra orange zest or a few sugared cranberries on top before serving.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Festive Cranberry &amp; Cream Cheese Spread Looking for a holiday-ready appetizer or breakfast topper that\u2019s creamy, tangy, and just a&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6256,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"slim_seo":{"title":"Festive Cranberry & Cream Cheese Spread - Grandma Baking Recipes","description":"Festive Cranberry &amp; Cream Cheese Spread Looking for a holiday-ready appetizer or breakfast topper that\u2019s creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet? 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