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Holiday Jalapeño Cranberry Dip: The Ultimate Sweet-Heat Appetizer for Festive Gatherings First Image

Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy spread with a kick of jalapeño and the tartness of cranberries.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 2 jalapeños (finely chopped)
  • 0 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp orange or lime juice
  • 1 tsp citrus zest
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (chopped)
  • 0 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Cook cranberries, sugar, citrus juice, and zest in a saucepan until cranberries burst.
  2. Stir in chopped jalapeños and salt. Cool completely.
  3. Spread cream cheese into a serving dish.
  4. Top with cooled cranberry mixture and garnish with herbs.

Notes

  • This spread is great for parties and can be served with crackers or bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg