Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip (Canned Cranberry Sauce)
This cranberry jalapeño dip is made with simple ingredients and is bursting with flavor. A creamy, spicy cream cheese mixture topped with sweet and tangy cranberry sauce. Delicious seasonal flavors make this throw-together appetizer perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 8
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz blocks of cream cheese, not whipped (for dairy-free, use Kite Hill cream cheese)
- 2 fresh jalapeños seeds removed and finely diced
- 2-3 Tbsp finely diced red onion
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 lime juiced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions plus more for garnish
- 1 14 oz can cranberry sauce with whole berries
Instructions
- Bring the cream cheese to room temperature then whip using a handheld mixer, getting a nice whipped cream cheese texture. Next, add the garlic powder, salt, pepper, lime juice, diced jalapeños, and diced green and red onions. Mix until combined.
- Add the cream cheese mixture to a serving platter of choice. Spread it out into an even layer.
- Pour the cranberry sauce over the top of the cream cheese mixture and spread out using a spoon. This will be the top layer.
- Garnish with green onions and serve with the crackers of your choice.
Notes
- Gluten-Free: To keep this gluten-free, I love using Simple Mills rosemary or regular sea salt crackers for dipping.
- Food Processor: You can use a food processor instead of a hand mixer if preferred.
- Make Ahead: This cranberry jalapeño dip will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator, making it the perfect make-ahead appetizer. Prep the cream cheese mixture a few days before your gathering and store in the fridge. Do not add the cranberry sauce over the top of the cream cheese until you're ready to serve it.
- Double Batch: For larger crowds at holiday gatherings or holiday parties, double the recipe to make extra. It'll be gone in no time.
- Serve this festive appetizer with your favorite crackers, pretzel chips, pita chips, tortilla chips, potato chips, baguettes, and more.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 0.004g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 701mg | Potassium: 275mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 0.1mg