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Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip: A Sweet & Spicy Treat

This Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip is a sweet and spicy crowd-pleaser that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese softened for an ultra-smooth texture
  • 1 cup Fresh cranberries finely chopped to add a burst of tartness
  • 1 unit Jalapeno minced for the right amount of heat
  • 2 units Green onions chopped for a mild onion flavor
  • ¼ cup Cilantro chopped for a fresh touch
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice enhancing the dip's flavors
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder adding depth to the flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Salt balancing the flavors
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper for a subtle hint of spice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey (optional) a sweet addition

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients: finely chop cranberries, mince jalapeno, and chop green onions and cilantro.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cranberries, jalapeno, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Taste and add honey if desired, then blend again for about 1 minute.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Stir gently before serving and garnish with cilantro or green onions. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dip can be made up to two days in advance, and tastes better when chilled for at least one hour before serving.

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