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Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

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A bright, crowd-pleasing appetizer that balances tangy cranberries with a fresh, spicy kick.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (or cranberry sauce)
  • 1/2 cup jalapenos (diced, fresh or pickled, adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. If using fresh cranberries, chop them roughly; if using storebought cranberry sauce, simply measure it out.
  3. Add the cranberries, diced jalapenos, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the cream cheese.
  4. Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or jalapenos according to your taste preference.
  5. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend (optional, but recommended).
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature with your choice of crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

For a smoother finish, pulse fresh cranberries briefly in a food processor before folding them in. Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg