Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
If you’re in search of a crowd-pleasing snack that perfectly balances sweet and spicy, look no further than this Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip Recipe. This delightful dip combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the gentle kick of jalapenos, all enveloped in a creamy base of softened cream cheese. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dip is not only easy to prepare but also offers a unique twist that will surprise and delight your guests. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is sure to become your go-to appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing and simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries (or frozen)
- 3/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 3–4 tablespoons pickled jalapenos (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, pomegranate juice, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, scallions, jalapenos, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Allow the cranberry sauce to cool slightly before layering it over the cream cheese mixture in a serving bowl.
- Serve with crackers or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg