Description
A delightful dip combining tart cranberries with spicy jalapeños and creamy cheese, perfect for holiday gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 jalapeños, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: nuts for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries in cold water and discard any blemished ones.
- Prepare the jalapeños by removing seeds and stems, then finely chop.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate cranberries, jalapeños, garlic, and green onions into the bowl, mixing well.
- Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Optional: add hot sauce for extra heat.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for 2 hours to let flavors meld.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs and nuts, serve with pita chips, crackers, or veggie sticks.
Notes
Adjust jalapeño quantity based on desired spice level. For lighter versions, use low-fat or dairy-free cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 38mg
Keywords: dip, cranberry, jalapeño, appetizer, party food