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Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

This Cranberry Jalapeno Dip recipe is a quick and easy holiday appetizer. With a fluffy, cloud-like combination of whipped cream cheese and goat cheese at the base, plus a bright, slightly spicy, fresh cranberry relish layered over the top, it's fun and festive!

Prep Time
15 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 274 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh jalapeno - use more for a bigger kick of heat!
  • 1 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon minced rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon minced thyme
  • ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 ounces goat cheese softened
  • ¼ cup cold heavy cream

Instructions

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  1. Add the cranberries to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until very roughly chopped, about 5 pulses. 
  2. To the chopped cranberries, add ½ teaspoon of the kosher salt, plus honey, jalapeno, parsley, orange juice and zest, rosemary, thyme, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture resembles a coarse relish, still with noticeable bits - take care to not pulse it into a puree.
  3. Let the cranberry relish sit for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors mingle. It's even better to transfer it to a covered container and let it sit in the fridge for a few hours or overnight.
  4. When ready to assemble the appetizer, give the cranberry relish a few good stirs to incorporate. Then add the relish to a fine mesh strainer to drain away any excess liquid.
  5. Add the softened cream cheese, goat cheese, heavy cream, and remaining ½ teaspoon of kosher salt to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. 
  6. Spread the whipped cheese mixture onto a plate, like a cloud. Then use a slotted spoon to layer the cranberry relish over the top. Garnish with additional sliced cranberries and jalapenos, plus a little sprinkling of fresh chopped herbs, if desired. Serve with crostini, crackers, and/or chips - cinnamon pita chips are super fun!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 274kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 58mg (19%) Sodium 420mg (18%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 274

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 274kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 420mg 18%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.