This dip is naturally gluten-free; use gluten-free crackers or veggie sticks to keep it gluten-free., You can make the cream cheese base ahead of time and add the cranberry sauce just before serving., For a nut-free version, replace pecans with sunflower seeds or omit nuts., You can add heat with chopped jalapeños or a dash of cayenne., Homemade cranberry sauce can be used instead of canned., For more richness, mix in shredded sharp cheddar cheese.