This creamy, no-bake appetizer is perfect for holiday parties. Made with cream cheese, pecans, cranberries, and a hint of orange, it’s sweet, tangy, and totally addictive. Serve it with pretzels, apple slices, or graham crackers for a crowd-pleasing treat!
1 ½tablespoonfrozen orange juice concentratethawed
1teaspoonvanilla extract
Zest from 1 Orange
1cupchopped pecanstoasted if desired
½cupchopped dried cranberries
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Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
8 ounces cream cheese
Add powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, orange juice concentrate, vanilla, and orange zest. Beat until well combined and fluffy.
¼ cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, 1 ½ tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate, Zest from 1 Orange, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Stir in chopped pecans and cranberries, reserving a few for garnish if desired.
1 cup chopped pecans, ½ cup chopped dried cranberries
Transfer to a serving bowl and top with reserved pecans. Serve with pretzels, apple slices, or graham crackers.
Notes
Storage
This dip keeps beautifully! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Give it a quick stir before serving to freshen up the texture. I don’t recommend freezing, since cream cheese dips tend to separate once thawed.