Raspberry Dip That Always Gets Asked For Recipe
This Raspberry Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet appetizer that perfectly balances sharp cheddar cheese with vibrant raspberry preserves. It’s a crowd-pleaser often requested for parties and potlucks, combining chopped pecans and green onions for crunch and flavor, served alongside buttery crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Dip
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cups raspberry preserves
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
To Serve
- 2 sleeves round butter crackers
Instructions
- Mix the base: In a medium bowl, combine the grated sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, chopped pecans, and chopped green onions. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly mixed, forming a creamy, textured dip base.
- Spread in dish: Transfer the cheese mixture into a 9×9-inch baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate, spreading it evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Add raspberry preserves: Carefully spread the raspberry preserves over the top of the cheese mixture, ensuring even coverage to balance sweet and savory flavors.
- Chill the dip: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld and the dip to set for easier serving.
- Serve with crackers: Once chilled, serve the dip alongside round butter crackers, allowing guests to scoop and enjoy the delicious layering of flavors and textures.
Notes
- For best flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated rather than pre-shredded.
- Chilling time can be extended up to 4 hours to intensify flavors.
- You can substitute raspberry preserves with other fruit preserves like strawberry or apricot for variation.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for a slight kick if desired.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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