Cranberry Caramelized Onion Cheese Spread Recipe

Name: Cranberry Caramelized Onion Cheese Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese; 4 ounces, weight Blue Cheese; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil; 1 whole Sweet Onion, Diced; 1 cup Fresh Or Frozen Cranberries; 1/4 cups Sugar, Plus 1 Teaspoon For Caramelized Onions; 1/4 cups Water; 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar; 1/4 cups Coarse Chopped Pecans (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Combine cream cheese and blue cheese in a medium mixing bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
2
Add cheddar cheese; beat until well blended.
3
Spread in a shallow serving bowl.
4
Cover; refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
5
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add onion; cook and stir for 2 to 4 minutes or until tender.
7
Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in 1 teaspoon sugar.
8
Cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until onion is soft and golden, stirring occasionally.
9
Remove onion from skillet; set aside.
10
In the same skillet, combine cranberries, remaining sugar and water.
11
Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until cranberries pop and mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.
12
Stir in vinegar and onions.
13
Cool slightly.
14
To serve, bring cheese spread to room temperature.
15
Spoon cranberry mixture over cheese spread; sprinkle on pecans.
16
Serve with assorted crackers.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, 4 ounces, weight Blue Cheese, 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Caramelized Onion Cheese Spread falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry Caramelized Onion Cheese Spread

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Variations & substitutions

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