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Holiday Cranberry Jalapeño Dip

A vibrant and zesty dip that combines sweet cranberries with a kick of jalapeño, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 day
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz fresh, uncooked cranberries Fresh cranberries provide the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup green onion Chopped.
  • 1-2 pieces fresh jalapeño peppers Adjust for spiciness.
  • 2 Tbsp cilantro Optional.
  • 3/4 to 1 Cup sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1/8 tsp salt To enhance flavors.
  • 16 oz cream cheese Whipped, for spreading.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pulse the cranberries in a food chopper until it reaches a bright, tart consistency.
  2. Chop the green onion, jalapeños, and cilantro together.
  3. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chopped cranberries, green onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
  4. Add sugar, lemon juice, and salt, and stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  6. The next day, stir the mixture and strain out any excess liquid.
  7. Whip the softened cream cheese until smooth, then spread it in a pie plate or 9x9 dish.
  8. Layer the cranberry mixture over the cream cheese and return it to the refrigerator.

Notes

Serve with colorful crackers or fresh veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.