Description
This Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip strikes the perfect balance—sweet, tart, creamy, and just the right amount of heat. It’s a stunning holiday appetizer that looks as good as it tastes, with layers of color and flavor. Make it once, and it’ll become your new seasonal go-to.
Ingredients
1 (12 oz) bag fresh cranberries, rinsed
1 cup sugar
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1–2 jalapeños, seeded and finely diced (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp lime juice (for a citrusy pop)
¼ tsp salt
2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
Optional: ½ tsp grated ginger (for a zesty twist)
Crackers, crostini, or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse cranberries until finely chopped (not pureed).
Transfer to a bowl. Stir in sugar, cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice, salt, and ginger if using.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let flavors meld.
Spread softened cream cheese on a serving plate or platter.
Spoon cranberry mixture over the top.
Serve chilled with your favorite dippers.
Nutrition & Prep Details
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 2g