Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
If you’re on the hunt for an irresistible appetizer that delights with a balance of sweet and spicy flavors, this Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip is your go-to! Perfect for any gathering, this dip combines creamy Philadelphia-style cheese with the zesty kick of jalapenos and the tartness of fresh cranberries. It’s incredibly quick to make—ready in just 20 minutes—making it an excellent choice for last-minute gatherings or special occasions. Serve it with a variety of crackers or fresh veggies, and watch as it disappears in no time. This crowd-pleaser promises to keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
- 3/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 3–4 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapenos
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, pomegranate juice, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 8-10 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, chopped scallions, jalapenos, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the cooled cranberry sauce over the cream cheese mixture in a serving bowl.
- Garnish with extra scallions if desired and serve with assorted crackers or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg