Cranberry Jalapeno Dip is certain to become a favorite appetizer at gatherings. A rich mix of cranberries, spicy jalapeno, and a creamy texture of cream cheese.
Cranberries have a nice deep red color, tastes delicious, and can be utilized in several recipes. This Jalapeño Cranberry Dip is a 20-minute appetizer perfect for as an appetizer at the table. Cranberries are paired with an amazing zest of heat and blended with rich cream cheese for a satisfying first course.
Mostly this recipe is made from fresh cranberries and to it sugar is added, but for instant serving the whole berry cranberry sauce can is an alternative for this dip. It has all flavors and textures covered, a rich and creamy base layer with juicy cranberry flavoring. It’s spiced with a flavor from the jalapeno peppers and ground roasted ground cumin, while cilantro and lime bring freshness. Many perfect sides go with the delicious cranberry jalapeno dip, including butter crackers, Ritz crackers, wheat thins, pita chips, and French bread.
The Red Blend
This cranberry jalapeno cream cheese dip recipe is bursting with flavor and texture. For instant serving the whole berry, cranberry sauce can is an alternative.
Blending the Ingredients
This appetizer is delicious, but it’s also beautiful! The red cranberries mixed with green jalapenos, cumin, and cilantro make this perfect for a first course at the table.
The Heat of Jalapeno
If you would like more heat, feel free to add another jalapeno. Also, if you prefer no heat, you can omit the jalapeno pepper and replace it with green bell pepper.
JALAPENO CRANBERRY DIP
INGREDIENTS:
- Whole berry Cranberry Sauce Can 14 oz
- Jalapenos 3
- Cilantro 1 Tbsp
- Orange juice 2-3 tbsp
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- Roasted ground cumin 1/2 tsp
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 16 oz Cream Cheese Whipped
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Take a can of whole berry cranberry sauce and blend it smooth.
- Chop jalapenos, and cilantro.
- In a bowl combine cranberry sauce, cilantro, roasted cumin, and jalapenos
- Add orange juice, lemon juice and salt and lightly mix until combined.
- Whip softened cream cheese.
- Transfer the cream cheese to a circular pie dish and spread evenly on the bottom.
- Top the cream cheese with the cranberry jalapeno mixture. Make sure it’s evenly spread out.
- Keep in the fridge until ready to eat. Serve with crackers and enjoy!