Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
If you’re searching for a delicious appetizer that marries sweet and spicy flavors, look no further than this Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip. This delightful dip is a show-stopper at any gathering, featuring a creamy base topped with tangy cranberry sauce infused with jalapenos for an exciting kick. Perfect for holiday parties, family movie nights, or potlucks, this easy-to-make dip will impress your guests while bringing everyone together. Serve it alongside crunchy crackers or fresh veggies, and watch it disappear in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 16 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing/Cooking
- 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
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, pomegranate juice, sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with scallions, jalapenos, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Allow the cranberry sauce to cool slightly before layering it over the cream cheese mixture.
- Serve at room temperature with crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg