Description

Impress your guests with this Holiday Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip that strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Creamy cream cheese serves as the perfect base for a zesty cranberry jalapeño topping that is sure to be a hit at any festive gathering.

Ingredients

Cranberry Jalapeño Topping:

12 ounces fresh cranberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup water
2 jalapeños, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
2 green onions, finely sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt

Cream Cheese Base:

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

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Instructions

Cranberry Jalapeño Topping: In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, honey, and water. Cook over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes until cranberries burst and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool. Stir in jalapeños, green onions, cilantro, and salt.
Assembly: Spread softened cream cheese on a serving platter. Spoon cranberry jalapeño mixture over the top. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or tortilla chips.

Notes

Make the cranberry topping a day ahead and store in the refrigerator for convenience.
Adjust jalapeños to suit your spice preference.
For added flavor, squeeze fresh lime juice over the dip before serving.