Description
Cranberry jalapeno cream cheese dip is the ultimate festive appetizer that delivers a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors. This easy-to-make dip combines creamy, softened cream cheese with tart cranberries and zesty jalapenos, creating an unforgettable flavor profile. Perfect for holiday gatherings, parties, or casual get-togethers, this dip can be enjoyed with a variety of dippers like crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables. In just 10 minutes, you can prepare a crowd-pleasing dish that will have your guests coming back for more. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to allow all the flavors to shine through.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or cranberry sauce)
- 1/2 cup jalapenos (diced)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- If using fresh cranberries, chop them roughly; if using cranberry sauce, add it directly.
- Mix in diced jalapenos, chopped green onions, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine well and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg