Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
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Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
Description
The recipe blends fresh cranberries with sliced jalapeños and cilantro pulsed briefly to break up the berries while keeping some texture. Lime juice and granulated sugar coat the cranberry mixture, balancing tartness with sweetness and a hint of spice from the jalapeños. When spread atop softened cream cheese, the dip layers a smooth, creamy base under a bright, chunky topping.
The dip can be served right away for a fresh taste or refrigerated for up to 24 hours, allowing the cranberries to release more juice and intensify the flavors. Removing seeds from the jalapeño can reduce heat for a milder dip. Both regular and dairy-free cream cheese options work equally well.
For best results, soften cream cheese to room temperature before assembling, which helps with spreading. The dip pairs well with crackers, chips, or vegetable sticks, making it suitable for gatherings or light snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberries fresh
- 1 jalapeño sliced
- 3 tbsp cilantro
- 1 tsp lime juice
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened, regular or dairy free
Instructions
- First, add cranberries, sliced jalapeños, and cilantro to a food processor. Pulse a few times to break up cranberries.
- Then, pour this mixture into a bowl. Add lime juice and sugar to mixing bowl.
- Toss until cranberries are coated in sugar.
- Use spoon to spread out softened cream cheese onto a serving plate or shallow bowl.
- Top cream cheese with cranberry mixture.
- Either serve right away or refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries rather than frozen for optimal texture and flavor.
- Remove jalapeño seeds to reduce heat if a milder dip is preferred.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature before spreading for easier assembly.
- Chill the dip up to 24 hours to allow cranberry juices to develop and enhance flavor.
- Both regular and dairy-free cream cheese versions are suitable.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 186 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 186kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 146mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 639IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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