Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip: Sweet Meets Spicy Delight

Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful twist on traditional dips, combining sweet and spicy flavors for the perfect party appetizer.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dip

8 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for the best texture.
1 cup Cranberry Sauce Homemade whole-berry sauce offers texture.
1 medium Jalapeño Start with 1 pepper to adjust spice levels.
2 tablespoons Green Onions Optional but improves presentation.
1 tablespoon Honey Optional, enhances overall flavor.

For Serving

8 slices Toasted Baguette Slices
1 cup Crackers
2 cups Fresh Vegetables Offers a healthy choice for dipping.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Hand Mixer
spatula
Plastic Wrap
Knife
Cutting board

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Start by bringing the cream cheese to room temperature for about 30 minutes. Finely chop the jalapeños, cranberries, and green onions.
In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese along with the chopped jalapeños, cranberry sauce, and green onions. Blend until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with extra chopped cranberries and green onions. Serve with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Taste first to gauge heat levels of jalapeños and adjust accordingly. For smoothest dip, consider using a food processor. Don't skip the chilling time for enhanced flavors.

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