Holiday Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
This festive dip combines tart cranberries, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cheese for a delicious holiday appetizer that’s perfect for parties.
Ingredients
- - 12 oz fresh cranberries
- - 1/4 cup green onions chopped
- - 1-2 jalapeños seeded and finely diced
- - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- - 1 tbsp lime juice
- - 16 oz cream cheese softened
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, pulse the cranberries until coarsely chopped. Do not puree.
- Transfer the cranberries to a mixing bowl and stir in the green onions, jalapeños, cilantro, sugar, and lime juice. Mix until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate the cranberry mixture for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Spread the softened cream cheese evenly onto a serving platter or shallow dish.
- Spoon the cranberry mixture over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly.
- Serve with crackers, pita chips, or sliced baguette. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the level of heat by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- The cranberry mixture can be made a day ahead for convenience.
- For an extra festive touch, garnish with additional chopped cilantro or a sprinkle of lime zest.