Easy Cranberry Pecan Dessert Dip

Creamy cranberry pecan dip combines sweet cranberries, crunchy pecans, and a hint of cookie butter for an irresistible holiday treat.

This cranberry pecan dessert dip is rich, festive, and comes together in minutes with no oven required. It’s the kind of no bake dip recipe that’s perfect for last-minute holiday gatherings.

side view of a bowl of cranberry pecan dessert dip with dippers surrounding it.

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The holidays are such a whirlwind of family, friends, and parties, and I love every bit of it.

From Thanksgiving all the way to New Year’s, there always seems to be a reason to gather, and of course, every gathering needs good food.

I’m always on the lookout for easy, make-ahead recipes that travel well and don’t keep me stuck in the kitchen. This cranberry pecan dessert dip checks all of those boxes—it’s quick to stir together, but still feels special enough for a holiday spread.

I especially love how versatile this no bake cranberry dip recipe is. The creamy base has just the right balance of sweet, tart, creamy, and crunchy.

But in my opinion, the real surprise is the cookie butter, which adds a cozy, spiced flavor that tastes like the holidays.

I refer to it as a dessert dip because it’s sweet, but it could definitely be served as an appetizer as well. Whether you pair it with graham crackers, pretzels, or crisp apple slices, it always disappears fast at any gathering.

This cranberry pecan cream cheese spread is so rich and flavorful that it works with sweet or salty dippers. You can whip it up in just a few minutes, pop it in the fridge, and it’s ready to go whenever you need it.

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Easy Cranberry Pecan Dessert Dip

One of the best things about this recipe is just how simple it is to make. With only a handful of ingredients and no baking required, you can have this cranberry pecan spread ready in about ten minutes.

Everything comes together in one bowl, and the flavors only get better as it chills, so it’s ideal for busy schedules.

This dip also stores beautifully, making it a great option to prepare ahead of time. You can keep it in the refrigerator for several days and just let it soften a bit at room temperature before serving.

Pair this pecan cranberry fruit dip with sweet dippers like apple slices, graham crackers, or Nilla wafers, or go for a salty balance with pretzels or buttery crackers.

It’s versatile enough to fit in at any party spread and easy enough that you’ll find yourself making it again and again.

a woman's hand dips a graham cracker into a bowl of cranberry pecan fruit dip.

How to Make Cranberry Pecan Dip

It’s really easy to make this simple dip.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Cream Cheese
  • Cookie Butter
  • Marshmallow Fluff Creme
  • Whipped Topping
  • Dried Cranberries
  • Chopped Pecans
overhead close-up view of a bowl of cranberry pecan cream cheese dip, with pretzels, graham crackers, and apples next to it.

How to Make It:

Blend the cheese and cookie butter. First, you’ll combine cream cheese and Biscoff cookie butter. Use an electric mixer to beat them together until smooth.

two photos; one shows cream cheese and Biscoff cookie butter in a bowl; the other shows those beaten together until smooth.

Make it light and fluffy. Then, you’ll add marshmallow creme and mix until incorporated. Add the whipped topping, mixing on low speed just until combined and no streaks remain.

Two photos; one bowl shows marshmallow creme added to the mixing bowl; the other shows the mixture after beating in the marshmallow fluff as well as cool whip.

Add fruit and nuts. Then, you’ll stir in dried cranberries and pecans by hand until incorporated, then transfer the mixture to a serving bowl.

You can serve immediately or let it chill in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

two photos; one shows dried cranberries and chopped pecans added to dip in a mixing bowl; the other shows the ingredients all stirred together.

Notes and Adaptations:

  • This dip will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. It firms up a little bit when chilled, so you may want to let it sit out at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or so to soften before serving.
  • This is one of those dips that goes well with sweet or salty dippers. Pretzels, graham crackers, Nilla wafer cookies, apple slices, strawberries, etc. are all great options.
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Cranberry Pecan Dessert Dip

Author: Chrysti Benner
Serves: 12 Servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
This creamy dip is full of sweet dried cranberries and crunchy pecans, perfect for pairing with your favorite dippers! Add fruit, graham crackers, pretzels, and more for a simple yet tasty appetizer or dessert.

Ingredients
 

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup cookie butter (such as Biscoff)
  • 7.5 ounce marshmallow fluff creme
  • 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • For Dipping: graham crackers, pretzels, apple slices, etc.

Instructions

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and Biscoff cookie butter. Use an electric mixer to beat them together until smooth.
  • Add marshmallow creme and mix until incorporated.
  • Add the whipped topping, mixing on low speed just until combined and no streaks remain.
  • Stir in dried cranberries and pecans by hand until incorporated, then transfer the mixture to a serving bowl.
  • Serve immediately, alongside your favorite dippers, or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • This dip will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. It firms up a little bit when chilled, so you may want to let it sit out at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or so to soften before serving.
  • This is one of those dips that goes well with sweet or salty dippers. Pretzels, graham crackers, Nilla wafer cookies, apple slices, strawberries, etc. are all great options.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 261IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Nutrition info is automatically calculated and is not guaranteed for accuracy.
Course Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine American

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