Ingredients
– 8 ounces cream cheese
– 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
– 2 tablespoons orange juice
– 1 teaspoon orange zest, grated
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, start by bringing the cream cheese to room temperature for easy blending.
2. Once the cream cheese is softened, add the chopped dried cranberries and chopped dried apricots into the bowl.
3. Pour in the fresh orange juice and sprinkle in the grated orange zest for a burst of flavor.
4. If you like a hint of spice, add the ground ginger to the mixture.
5. Using a hand mixer or a spatula, blend all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.
6. Transfer the creamy spread into a serving bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and chill it in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
7. Serve the chilled spread with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh fruit slices for a delightful snack!
Notes
Nutritional Information: This spread is rich in vitamins from the dried fruits while being a good source of protein and calcium from the cream cheese. A typical serving (about 2 tablespoons) contains approximately 100 calories, 7 grams of fat, 8 grams of carbohydrates, and 2 grams of protein.
- Prep Time: 10