Description
Cranberry Cream Cheese Toasts are a delicious holiday treat that combines the tartness of cranberries with the creaminess of cream cheese, perfect for any festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of whole grain bread
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cranberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- While the cranberry mixture cools, toast the slices of whole grain bread until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
- Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on each slice of toasted bread.
- Top each slice with a spoonful of the cranberry mixture, spreading it evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top for added crunch.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if using, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a sweeter touch, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup over the top before serving.
- Try using different types of bread, such as sourdough or rye, for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop and Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: N/A
Keywords: Cranberry Cream Cheese Toasts, Holiday Treat, Appetizer