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Nadia James

Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip

A tangy red-and-green topping over smooth cream cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting / chilling / cooling 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped, optional
  • 8 ounces block cream cheese softened

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • small bowl
  • serving plate

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, stir together finely chopped cranberries, minced jalapeño, sugar, lime juice and optional cilantro.
  2. Cover and chill the cranberry mixture at least 20 minutes, then taste for balance.
  3. Spread the softened cream cheese over a shallow serving plate.
  4. Spoon the cranberry mixture over the top immediately before serving.

Notes

  • Start with half the jalapeño for a milder crowd.
  • The 20-minute refrigerator rest is additional to active prep.
Storage: Keep refrigerated until serving; refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days.
Serving pairing: Try with seeded crackers or plain pita chips.