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Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip

Easy Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip with a Spicy Twist

Try this Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip, a flavorful appetizer combining tart cranberries and spicy jalapeños for a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dip Base
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper finely diced
  • 2 tbsp honey
Garnish and Serving
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
  • 1 package crackers or sliced baguette

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

For the Dip Base
  1. Remove the cream cheese from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes until it's soft and easy to blend.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream together until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes using a hand mixer or wooden spoon.
For the Flavor Mix
  1. Add the chopped cranberries, diced jalapeños, and honey; stir gently so you see beautiful red and green specks dancing in the creamy base.
For Serving
  1. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl, smooth the top with a spatula, cover tightly, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Just before serving, sprinkle chopped cilantro and toasted nuts on top. Serve with crackers or sliced baguette.

Notes

Always stir before serving after storage to revive the creamy, luscious texture.