Description
This Cranberry Whipped Boursin Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings or casual snacking. Combining rich Boursin cheese with light whipped cream and the tartness of fresh cranberries, finished with crunchy pecans and a drizzle of honey, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 8 oz Boursin cheese
- 1 cup whipped cream
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine Cheese and Cream: In a bowl, mix the Boursin cheese and whipped cream together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which creates the base of your dip.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the fresh cranberries, chopped pecans, honey, and lemon juice to incorporate all flavors without overmixing, maintaining some texture.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and to chill the mixture for serving.
- Serve: Serve the chilled dip with an assortment of crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, finely chop the fresh cranberries before folding them in.
- This dip can be prepared up to a day in advance and refrigerated to deepen the flavors.
- Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if desired.
- Use a dairy-free cream and cheese alternative to make this dip vegan-friendly.
- Pair the dip with pita chips, baguette slices, or crisp vegetables like celery and carrots.
