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Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

November 29, 2022 | Appetizers/Horderves

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Cranberry Jalapeño Dip is a sweet and spicy flavorful fresh salsa spread over a bed of smooth whipped cream cheese. This is a great appetizer to serve at holiday parties!

Close up of a cracker scooping up cranberry jalapeno dip.

Once you try this Cranberry Jalapeño Dip you’ll understand all the hype. It’s sweet, tangy, fresh, and has a little heat (depending on the jalapeño). Good appetizers are a necessity at holiday parties. For more yummy recipes for the holidays, try Spinach Artichoke Dip, Toasted Ravioli, and Mexican Layered Dip.

Close up of fresh cranberries.

Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

This dip is so easy to make and can be prepared in advance. Cranberries are a bit tart and often used in desserts or made into a sauce. This dish is an opportunity to enjoy them fresh with the addition of a little sugar, lime, cilantro, and jalapeño.

Close up of cranberries and cilantro chopped up in a food processor.

Ingredients for Cranberry Jalapeño Dip:

  • Cranberries– Fresh cranberries are needed for this recipe. They can be found in the produce section during November and December.
  • Sugar– Cranberries are quite tart so sugar is needed to bring balance.
  • Cilantro– This herb adds freshness and flavor to the dip.
  • Green Onion– Green onions add a mild bite to the dip.
  • Jalapeño– The heat of the jalapeño pairs beautifully with the sweet tart cranberries.
  • Lime Juice– Citrus adds a brightness that brings all the flavors together.
  • Salt– Just a little salt is needed to help accentuate the other flavors and sweetness.
  • Cream Cheese– This tangy soft spreadable cheese is in the best appetizers. The creaminess is great in combination with the sweet and spicy salsa on top.
Ingredients on marble surface- bowl or cranberries, sugar, green onions, lime, jalapeno, cilantro, and cream cheese.

How to make Cranberry Jalapeño Dip:

Time needed: 10 minutes.

  1. Chop

    Place all ingredients EXCEPT cream cheese in a blender or food processer and pulse until cranberries are roughly chopped. Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least an hour.Diptych- Food processor with cranberries, green onion, cilantro, jalapeno, and sugar; roughly blended together.

  2. Spread

    Whip the cream cheese for about 2 minutes using an electric mixer. Spread into the bottom of a pie pan or platter.Diptych- cream cheese whipped in a bowl; spread on a plate.

  3. Strain

    Use a sieve (mesh strainer) to strain the salsa. (If desired, use leftover juices in cocktails or smoothies.) Spoon salsa over the cream cheese mixture and serve.Diptych- Cranberry Salsa in a sieve; salsa spread over cream cheese.

  4. Serve

    Serve with crackers and/or pita chips. (I prefer Wheat Thins.)

Top view of a plate of Cranberry Jalapeno Dip with crackers to the side.

TOOLS USED TO MAKE THIS DIP:

  • Cuisinart Food Processor– This 8-cup high power food processor is great for making dips, salsa, pie crust, and more.
  • Electric Hand Mixer– This is one of my most used kitchen gadgets. It’s great for frosting, whipping egg whites, cookie dough… more affordable one.
  • Mesh Sieve– I love these mesh strainers and use them all the time for pasta, canned beans, sauces…
A plate of cream cheese topped with cranberry salsa and crackers to the side.

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  • Black Bean and Corn Salsa
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  • Jalapeño o Popper Dip
Close up of a cracker scooping up cranberry jalapeno dip.
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Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

Cranberry Jalapeño Dip is a sweet and spicy flavorful fresh salsa spread over a bed of smooth whipped cream cheese. This is a great appetizer to serve at holiday parties!
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Garnish and Glaze

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1 jalapeno, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 1/4 cup green onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • crackers, Wheat Thins, pita chips…

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients EXCEPT cream cheese in a blender or food processer and pulse until cranberries are roughly chopped. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least an hour).
  • Whip the cream cheese for about 2 minutes using an electric mixer. Spread into the bottom of a pie pan or platter.
  • Use a sieve (mesh strainer) to strain the salsa. (If desired, use leftover juices in cocktails or smoothies.) Spoon salsa over the cream cheese mixture and serve.
  • Serve with crackers and/or pita chips.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberry Jalapeño Dip
Nutrition Facts
Cranberry Jalapeño Dip
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 29mg10%
Sodium 108mg5%
Potassium 63mg2%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 436IU9%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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