Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
A unique appetizer combining sweet, spicy, and creamy flavors, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, jalapeños, sugar, and lime juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the cranberries start to burst and the mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Spread the softened cream cheese on a serving platter.
- Spoon the cranberry jalapeño mixture over the cream cheese, covering it evenly.
- If desired, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
- Serve with your choice of crackers.
Notes
Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired spice level. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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