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    Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

    Published: Nov 8, 2022 · Modified: Nov 8, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This simple cranberry jalapeno dip is just the right amount of sweet, spicy, and tart. It's It's an amazing flavor combination that will have you wanting to dip in cracker after cracker and make this dip year after year!

    Cranberry jalapeno dip with cream cheese.

    Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need to make this recipe. The full recipe and ingredient list can be found at the bottom of the page.

    • Fresh cranberries
    • Green onions
    • Jalapeno
    • Honey
    • Lemon juice
    • Cream cheese
    Cranberry jalapeno dip ingredients.

    Instructions

    Here's how to make this recipe in 5 simple steps:

    1. Prepare the cranberries: pulse the cranberries in a food processor or blender until finely chopped. You can also do this by hand.
    2. Make the topping: in a medium bowl, stir together all of the remaining ingredients except for the cream cheese (green onions, jalapeno, cilantro, honey, lemon juice, salt). 
    3. Refrigerate: refrigerate the mix, covered, for 30-60 minutes. Taste and add additional honey, lemon or salt if desired. Drain or strain any excess liquid.
    4. Make the dip: spread the cream cheese in a bowl, pie plate, or baking dish that’s about 9-10” wide. Then spread the cranberry mix on top. The larger the dish, the thinner your layers of dip will be. 
    5. Serve: enjoy! Serve cold and with a side of crackers for dipping.
    How to make cranberry jalapeno dip.

    Substitutions

    Here's some of the most popular substitutions and additions for this recipe:

    • Jalapeno: feel free to use more or less than 1 jalapeno to turn up or down the spice in this recipe.
    • Honey: swap this out for white sugar. Add more to taste; the sweetness is meant to balance out the tartness and spiciness this recipe.
    • Lemon: lime is a tasty substitution.
    • Cumin: ½ teaspoon of cumin is a popular addition to this recipe and adds earthiness.
    Cranberry jalapeno dip with crackers.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can this recipe be made ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time; but add the cranberry mixture on top of the cream cheese no more than an hour before serving.

    How spicy is this recipe?

    This recipe has a mild spice level. How spicy it will be will also depend on your jalapeno, which can vary in spiciness. Feel free to add more or less jalapeno to dial up or down the spice.

    How should I serve this dip?

    This dip is best served cold as an appetizer. It's especially popular for the holidays, Christmas, and Thanksgiving. You could serve it as an appetizer before dinner or leave it out for grazing at a party.

    Can I chop my cranberries by hand?

    You can, but they will likely have a chunkier texture. For a finer texture, use a food processor or blender. How large or small you want your cranberries chopped comes down to personal preference (a chunky dip is tasty too)!

    Equipement

    You can chop your cranberries by hand or use a food processor or blender. If you use a food processor, you'll be able to chop them smaller and save some time. Here's our favorite one to use: Food Processor.

    Blending cranberries in food processor.

    Storage

    Store your dip, covered, in the fridge until it's ready to serve. Leftovers also will stay good for about 4-5 days (covered, in the fridge).

    Similar Recipes

    For more appetizer ideas, check out these favorites:

    • Oven Baked Jalapeno Poppers
    • Classic Cheese Ball
    • Charcuterie Wreath
    • Or check out all of our appetizer ideas here: All Appetizers

    If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a comment & rating at the bottom of this page!

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    Cranberry jalapeno dip with cream cheese.

    Cranberry Jalapeno Dip


    • Author: Megan
    • Total Time: 40 minutes
    • Yield: 10 servings 1x
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    Description

    This simple cranberry jalapeno dip is just the right amount of sweet, spicy, and tart. It's It's an amazing flavor combination that will have you wanting to dip in cracker after cracker and make this dip year after year!


    Ingredients

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    • 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
    • 2 green onions, chopped
    • 1 jalapeno, stem & seeds removed
    • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
    • 3 tablespoons honey, or more to taste (or sugar)
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened (regular or light)
    • Crackers, for serving

    Instructions

    1. Prepare the cranberries: pulse the cranberries in a food processor or blender until finely chopped. You can also do this by hand.
    2. Make the topping: in a medium bowl, stir together all of the remaining ingredients except for the cream cheese (green onions, jalapeno, cilantro, honey, lemon juice, salt).
    3. Refrigerate: refrigerate the mix, covered, for 30-60 minutes. Taste and add additional honey, lemon or salt if desired. Drain or strain any excess liquid.
    4. Make the dip: spread the cream cheese in a bowl, pie plate, or baking dish that’s about 9-10” wide. Then spread the cranberry mix on top. The larger the dish, the thinner your layers of dip will be.
    5. Serve: enjoy! Serve cold and with a side of crackers for dipping.
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Chill time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: cream cheese, dip, cranberry, fall, winter, thanksgiving, Christmas, holiday, appetizer, snack, crackers, jalapeno

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