Cranberry Jalapeño Honey Drizzle (Printable Version)
Tangy cranberries, jalapeño, and honey blend over creamy cheese for a festive crowd-pleaser.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Dip
01 - 2 cups fresh cranberries or thawed frozen cranberries
02 - 1 to 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and chopped
03 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
04 - 2 green onions, chopped
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Topping
09 - 2 tablespoons honey
10 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine cranberries, jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, granulated sugar, salt, and lime juice in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
02 - Transfer the cranberry mixture to a mixing bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to enhance flavor. This step is recommended but optional.
03 - Spread the softened cream cheese evenly onto a serving platter or shallow dish using a spatula.
04 - Spoon the chilled cranberry-jalapeño mixture uniformly over the cream cheese.
05 - Drizzle honey evenly on top. Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts, if desired. Serve immediately with crackers, pita chips, or fresh bread.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Tangy, sweet, and mildly spicy flavor
- Quick and easy preparation
02 -
- For extra heat, keep some jalapeño seeds
- Dried cranberries can be used, but reduce sugar to 2 tablespoons
03 -
- For smoother spreading, let cream cheese sit at room temperature
- Garnish with extra cilantro leaves for added color