Description
A vibrant, sweet, spicy, and creamy dip that’s perfect for holiday entertaining. This Christmas Cranberry Jalapeno Dip is an unforgettable crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) fresh cranberries
- 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) water
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream
- 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice
- 1/4 cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp (2.5g) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, jalapenos, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fold the cooled cranberry-jalapeno mixture into the cream cheese mixture until evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust jalapeno heat by leaving some seeds in for more spice, or removing all for a milder dip.
- Make Ahead: This dip can be made up to a day in advance for best flavor melding.
- Cream Cheese: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth, lump-free base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: No-Bake, Mixing
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Christmas Cranberry Jalapeno Dip, holiday dip, cranberry dip, jalapeno dip, festive appetizer, creamy dip, sweet and spicy dip, party food, easy holiday recipe
