Spiced Cranberry Jalapeño Dip (Printable Version)

Tart cranberries meet spicy jalapeño atop creamy cheese, perfect for holiday gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cranberry Topping

01 - 1 cup fresh cranberries, finely chopped
02 - ½ cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons green onion, finely sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Cream Cheese Base

09 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened

# Directions:

01 - Combine cranberries, sugar, jalapeño, cilantro, green onion, lime juice, cumin, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir thoroughly and let rest for 10 minutes to macerate and blend flavors.
02 - Evenly spread the softened cream cheese onto a serving platter or shallow dish, creating a smooth layer approximately ½ inch thick.
03 - Spoon the cranberry jalapeño mixture, including any juices, evenly over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Bold flavors: sweet, spicy, and creamy in every bite
  • Quick and easy to make with no cooking required
02 -
  • Can be prepared a few hours ahead but add topping just before serving to prevent excess moisture.
  • Dairy alert: contains milk. Gluten-free if served with gluten-free dippers.
03 -
  • Leave some jalapeño seeds for extra heat.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for half the cream cheese for a lighter version.
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