Fruit and Nut Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this luscious Fruit and Nut Spread—a creamy, sweet, and tangy delight that's perfect for any occasion. Made with velvety cream cheese, chopped dried apricots, cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, this easy no-cook recipe bursts with texture and flavor. A touch of honey, fragrant orange zest, and a hint of vanilla extract tie everything together, creating a spread that’s as versatile as it is irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes, this spread pairs beautifully with crackers, toasted bagels, or fresh fruit slices for a party-ready dish or a quick, flavorful snack. Make it ahead of time for added convenience, and wow your guests with this simple yet sophisticated treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese
0.5 cup dried apricots
0.5 cup dried cranberries
0.5 cup walnuts
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon orange zest
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and allow it to soften at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.

Step 2

Finely chop the dried apricots, dried cranberries, and walnuts.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped apricots, cranberries, and walnuts.

Step 4

Add the honey, orange zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the bowl.

Step 5

Using a spatula or a hand mixer, mix all the ingredients until well combined and smooth.

Step 6

Taste the spread and adjust sweetness by adding a bit more honey if desired.

Step 7

Transfer the spread to a serving dish and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Step 8

Serve with crackers, toast, bagels, or fresh fruit slices of your choice.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	434.2 grams (434.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1637

Total Fat 117.20g	150%
Saturated Fat 49.50g	248%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.70g
Cholesterol 229mg	76%
Sodium 881mg	38%
Total Carbohydrate 134.00g	49%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 108.60g
Protein 24.70g	49%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 306mg	24%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1049mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.4%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 31.7%