Description
This Raspberry Dip is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer combining sharp cheddar cheese, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy pecans, and fresh green onions topped with sweet raspberry preserves. Perfect for gatherings, it pairs beautifully with buttery crackers for a sweet and savory treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cups raspberry preserves
Serving
- 2 sleeves round butter crackers
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix together the grated sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, chopped pecans, and chopped green onions until all components are evenly combined.
- Spread Mixture: Transfer the cheese mixture to a 9×9-inch baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate, spreading it out evenly to form a smooth layer.
- Add Raspberry Preserves: Carefully spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the top of the cheese mixture to create a sweet contrast to the savory base.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
- Serve: Serve the chilled dip with round butter crackers for dipping. Optionally, season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste and enjoy this delicious sweet and savory appetizer.
Notes
- For added texture, toast the pecans lightly before mixing.
- Use high-quality raspberry preserves for the best flavor contrast.
- This dip can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Butter crackers are recommended for serving, but other types of crackers can also be used.
