This is a recipe for the holidays. I have provided make-ahead instructions and instructions for serving day. The dried cranberries are available in the Fit & Active brand.
Cranberry Spread
16 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 cup dried cranberries
1/4 c. orange juice
Do-Ahead: Mix all of the ingredients together and mold into a ball or leave loose as a spread. Wrap in plastic wrap, then wrap in foil, and store in a freezer bag. Make sure to label your bag so that you can find it again.
Thanksgiving Day: Let the spread thaw in the refrigerator 1-2 days before Thanksgiving. Place dip in a bowl (or on a platter if it has been molded into a ball) and serve with gingersnaps or crackers.