Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
This Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that perfectly balances creamy, tangy, and spicy elements. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal party dip to serve with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables. The sweetness of cranberry sauce complements the heat from jalapeños, while green onions add a fresh bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, which creates the perfect base for the dip.
- Add Flavorings: Add the cranberry sauce, finely chopped jalapeños, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir everything together thoroughly until all ingredients are fully combined into a consistent mixture.
- Chill Dip: Cover the bowl and chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the dip firm up slightly.
- Serve: Serve the chilled dip with your choice of crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on your desired spice level.
- For a smoother texture, consider blending the mixture briefly after combining.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated for easy entertaining.
- Use fresh cranberries cooked down with sugar if you prefer homemade cranberry sauce.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese alternative.
Keywords: cranberry dip, jalapeño dip, cream cheese dip, holiday appetizer, party dip, spicy cranberry dip, easy appetizer
