Blue Cheese, Sweet Pecan, and Cranberry Spread

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Blue Cheese, Sweet Pecan, and Cranberry Spread
15 min.
10
128kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful blend of flavors in our Blue Cheese, Sweet Pecan, and Cranberry Spread. This exquisite dish is perfect for those who appreciate the rich, tangy notes of blue cheese, complemented by the sweetness of candied pecans and the tartness of dried cranberries. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to elevate your snack game, this spread is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy cooks who still want to serve something special. With each serving clocking in at only 128 calories, you can enjoy this luxurious spread without any guilt. The creamy texture of the blue cheese and cream cheese mixture creates a perfect base for the crunchy pecans and chewy cranberries, resulting in a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.

Serve this spread at room temperature with your favorite crackers, fresh vegetables, or even as a topping for toasted baguette slices. It's a versatile side dish that can easily transition from a casual get-together to a more formal affair. So gather your ingredients, and let the magic of this Blue Cheese, Sweet Pecan, and Cranberry Spread transform your next meal into a memorable culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • 0.5 cup candied pecans chopped
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix the blue cheese and cream cheese in a medium bowl. Stir in the pecans and cranberries.
  2. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories128kcal
Protein10.15%
Fat64.55%
Carbs25.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.4
Glycemic Load
0.24
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0582608895619%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:128.4kcal
6.42%
Fat:9.42g
14.49%
Saturated Fat:4.62g
28.85%
Carbohydrates:8.31g
2.77%
Net Carbohydrates:7.79g
2.83%
Sugar:6.88g
7.65%
Cholesterol:19.96mg
6.65%
Sodium:188.33mg
8.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.33g
6.67%
Calcium:75.34mg
7.53%
Phosphorus:56.5mg
5.65%
Vitamin A:238.82IU
4.78%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.18%
Selenium:2.66µg
3.79%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.74%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.72%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.43%
Fiber:0.52g
2.08%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.69%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.37%
Potassium:46.97mg
1.34%
Folate:5.1µg
1.28%
Source:Allrecipes