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Spicy Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

Spicy Cranberry Jalapeno Dip for Your Festive Gatherings

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with this Spicy Cranberry Jalapeno Dip, a crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 12 oz Fresh Cranberries Substitute with frozen if fresh are unavailable.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Soften at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 Jalapeno Adjust quantity based on desired spice level; use gloves when chopping.
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Injects freshness with mild onion flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Omit if not a fan.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Balances sweetness and acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Adjust sweetness according to cranberry tartness.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Optional but recommended for complexity.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances all flavors.
For Serving
  • 1 box Crackers Use buttery crackers for richness.
  • 2 cups Fresh Veggies Carrot, cucumber, or bell pepper sticks.
  • 1 loaf Toasted Baguette Slices Perfect for scooping.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Airtight Container
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the fresh cranberries in a food processor and coarsely chop them until they are roughly minced but not pureed.
  2. Add in the chopped green onions, cilantro, jalapeno, sugar, cumin, lemon juice, and salt. Pulse the mixture until everything is finely blended but maintains some texture, taking around 2–3 minutes.
  3. Transfer the cranberry-jalapeno mixture into an airtight container, sealing it tightly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but overnight is ideal.
  4. Once the mixture is ready, spread the softened cream cheese evenly across a large serving platter or shallow dish.
  5. Layer the chilled cranberry-jalapeno mixture generously over the cream cheese, covering every inch.
  6. Cover the assembled dip loosely with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for an additional 30 to 60 minutes.
  7. When it's time to serve, remove the dip from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
  8. Pair the dip with a variety of crackers, fresh veggie sticks, or toasted baguette slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cream cheese to soften completely at room temperature before use. Adjust jalapeno to control heat level.

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