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Close overhead view of Cranberry Pistachio Cream Cheese Dip in a round black bowl. Thick, creamy dip with swirls of cream cheese, dried red cranberries, and chopped green pistachios on a rustic wooden table.

Cranberry Pistachio Cream Cheese Dip

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Cranberry Pistachio Cream Cheese Dip is an easy, no-bake holiday appetizer with a creamy texture and sweet, tangy flavor. Ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

Medium Bowl
Electric Hand Mixer
Spatula
Serving Bowl
Cutting Board
Sharp Knife

Ingredients
 

  • 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries chopped
  • ⅓ cup shelled pistachios chopped
  • 2 tablespoon green onions finely sliced
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Place the softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl. Beat with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
  • Add the Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, orange zest, and salt. Beat until creamy and well combined.
  • Gently fold in ¼ cup of the chopped dried cranberries, ¼ cup of the chopped pistachios, and the sliced green onions.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle the remaining dried cranberries and pistachios over the top.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with apple slices, pear slices, whole-grain crackers, or pretzel crisps.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Chop the Pistachios - Keep the pieces fairly small so they're easy to scoop up with crackers or fruit slices.
Try Different Dippers - Graham crackers work for a sweeter snack, and buttery crackers are good if you prefer a sweet and salty combination.
Keep the Topping Crunchy - If you're making the dip ahead, save the pistachios for the top until just before serving. They'll stay crunchier.

Storing

Refrigerator - Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. Keep it chilled until you're ready to serve.
Make Ahead - Prepare the dip up to 24 hours before serving. Cover and refrigerate, then add the reserved cranberry and pistachio topping shortly before serving.
Serving Leftovers - Give the dip a gentle stir if any liquid has separated during storage. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 143mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 194IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 0.3mg
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