🎄 Christmas & Cream Spread: Holiday Magic in 15 Minutes
⭐ Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup marshmallow fluff or whipped cream
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp almond extract (optional)
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½ cup dried cranberries
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¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
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¼ tsp cinnamon
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Optional: red & green sprinkles for garnish
For serving: graham crackers, apple slices, pretzels, or toast
⏱️ Instructions
1. Prepare the cream base
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In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Add marshmallow fluff, powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract.
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Beat until creamy and fully combined.
2. Fold in festive ingredients
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Gently fold in dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and cinnamon.
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Mix just until evenly distributed.
3. Chill & garnish
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Optional: Refrigerate for 5–10 minutes for a slightly firmer spread.
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Sprinkle red & green sprinkles on top for holiday flair.
4. Serve
Spread on crackers, toast, or fresh fruit.
Perfect as a quick holiday appetizer, snack, or dessert topper.