Description
Indulge in the delightful contrast of the Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate any gathering. This creamy dip features fresh cranberries and zesty jalapenos, making it an ideal choice for holiday parties, game day, or casual get-togethers. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, it’s sure to impress your guests while being incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries (or frozen)
- 3/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 3–4 tablespoons pickled jalapenos (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cranberry mixture in a small saucepot with cranberries, pomegranate juice, sugar, and salt over medium heat until thickened (about 8-10 minutes). Allow it to cool.
- In a medium mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with scallions, jalapenos, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve by layering the cooled cranberry mixture over the cream cheese dip. Enjoy with crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 153
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 295mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg