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Christmas & Cream Spread Recipe

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A festive and creamy Christmas & Cream Spread featuring smooth cream cheese blended with whipped cream, fresh orange zest, and sweet whole berry cranberry sauce. Perfect as a flavorful topping for toast, English muffins, waffles, or as a delightful fruit dip during the holiday season.

Ingredients

Spread Ingredients

  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cream Cheese Base: Add softened cream cheese to a large mixing bowl and mix until completely smooth, ensuring there are no lumps for a creamy texture.
  2. Add and Mix Heavy Cream: Pour in chilled heavy whipping cream and mix until fully combined. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes, which helps the cream thicken properly.
  3. Whip to Stiff Peaks: Remove the chilled cream mixture from the refrigerator and beat it until stiff peaks form. This step creates a fluffy and airy spread consistency.
  4. Fold in Flavorings: Gently fold in the whole berry cranberry sauce and fresh orange zest until just combined to keep the texture light and incorporate festive flavors without overmixing.
  5. Store and Serve: Transfer the prepared spread to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve chilled on toast, English muffins, waffles, or use as a fruit dip.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese at room temperature to avoid lumps and achieve smooth texture.
  • Chilling the cream mixture before whipping ensures better volume and stiffness of the whipped cream.
  • Gently fold the cranberry sauce and orange zest to maintain the spread's lightness and texture.
  • Store the spread in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3-4 days.
  • This spread pairs wonderfully with both sweet and savory breakfast items for a holiday twist.

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