Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

 I have found three different cranberry dip recipes.  Each are a little different so I am going to try all three and let you know which one is best.  This is the first of the three. 

Sorry but I forgot to take a picture of the baked dip.  Trust me the cheese was ooey and gooey.  You can serve this with crackers or small slices of bread.  I chose crackers. 

There's not much in this dip but it sure is good. 

Start with 8 oz softened cream cheese.

1 cup cranberry sauce.  I used whole berry but you can use the gel if you like.  I actually think a little less might be better.  It wasn't as thick as I would have liked it. 

Mix it together. 

Spread in a sprayed dish that is oven safe. 

I sprinkled some pecans on top.  Next time I might mix some in the dip as well.  

I had some fresh cranberries so I put them on the top.  Should have waited until after the cheese. 

I covered it and put in the fridge.  It's great to make ahead.

Before you place in a preheated 350 oven put some shredded mozzarella cheese on top.  Bake for 15-20 minutes.  You might have to bake a little longer if it has been in the fridge.  Serve with crackers or bread. 

Baked Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

8 oz softened cream cheese

1 cup cranberry sauce

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup chopped pecans 

Bake on 350 for 15-20 minutes.