Best 3 Cranberry Endive Appetizers Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Cranberry Endive Appetizers, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These elegant and easy-to-make hors d'oeuvres are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive holiday gathering, a sophisticated cocktail party, or an intimate dinner with friends. Discover two unique yet equally alluring recipes that showcase the vibrant colors and tangy sweetness of cranberries paired with the crisp and slightly bitter endive leaves. From the classic Cranberry Endive Bites, bursting with a creamy walnut filling, to the innovative Cranberry Endive Salad, featuring a refreshing citrus dressing, these appetizers are guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

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ZIPPY CRANBERRY APPETIZER

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Tart cranberry flavor blends nicely with mustard and horseradish in this out-of-the-ordinary cracker spread. It's quick to fix, too. -Marie Hattrup, Sparks, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup water
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 to 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
Assorted crackers

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring sugars and water to a boil over medium heat. Stir in cranberries; return to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Cool. , Stir in horseradish and mustard. Transfer to a large bowl; refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, spread cream cheese over crackers; top with cranberry mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY ENDIVE, CRANBERRY, WALNUT APPETIZERS

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An excellent, quick appetizer and always a hit! Cranberry or walnut balsamic vinegar is wonderful with this!

Provided by Lisa McDowell Hackett

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 heads endive - washed, dried, and separated into individual leaves
⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
⅓ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
⅓ cup glazed walnuts
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

Arrange endive leaves on a serving tray.
Stir blue cheese, cranberries, and walnuts together in a bowl. Place a small amount of the blue cheese mixture on each leaf. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 130.7 mg, Sugar 4 g

CRANBERRY-CHICKEN BOATS WITH ENDIVE

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Get ready for the Christmas party with our Cranberry-Chicken Boats with Endive! This chicken boats appetizer is ready to serve in just 15 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tsp. orange zest
15 Belgian endive leaves
1/3 cup whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

Reserve 2 Tbsp. onions for later use. Combine remaining onions with chicken, dressing, ginger and orange zest.
Spoon about 1 Tbsp. chicken mixture onto each lettuce leaf; top with cranberry sauce.
Sprinkle with reserved onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 140 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

Tips:

To make perfect endive cups, choose firm, bright green endive leaves. Avoid any leaves that are wilted or brown.
To easily scoop out the center of the endive leaves, use a small melon baller or a sharp knife.
For a more flavorful appetizer, try using different types of cheese, such as goat cheese, blue cheese, or feta cheese.
If you want a sweeter appetizer, add some dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped nuts to the filling.
For a more savory appetizer, add some chopped bacon, cooked chicken, or crumbled sausage to the filling.
To make the appetizers ahead of time, simply assemble them and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Cranberry endive appetizers are a delicious and easy-to-make party snack. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to holiday parties. With their sweet and tart flavor, these appetizers are sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give cranberry endive appetizers a try.