Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that combines sweet cranberries with zesty jalapeños for a delightful taste experience. This creamy dip is perfect for any gathering, whether it’s a holiday party or a cozy night in, and pairs beautifully with crunchy crackers or fresh vegetables. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this dip will be the star of your snack spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh jalapeños (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with cranberry sauce until smooth.
- Fold in jalapeños, green onions, cilantro (if using), salt, and pepper; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers or fresh veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in different cheeses or herbs. This dip can be made a day ahead for optimal flavor blending. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days in the fridge.