Description
This Spicy Christmas Cranberry Jalapeno Dip is a delightful twist on traditional holiday flavors, blending the tartness of fresh cranberries with the spicy kick of jalapenos. It’s a festive dish that will have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
- Fresh cranberries
- Frozen cranberries (if out of season)
- Fresh jalapenos
- Green bell peppers (optional substitute)
- Cream cheese
- Low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt (optional substitute)
- Sour cream
- Coconut yogurt or cashew cream (optional substitute)
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Smoked paprika (optional substitute)
- Salt
- Fresh cilantro
- Parsley (optional substitute)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cranberries: If using fresh cranberries, rinse them under cold water and remove any stems or blemished berries. If using frozen, thaw and drain well.
- Chop the Jalapenos: Slice the jalapenos in half, remove the seeds for less heat if desired, and finely chop them.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, sour cream, chopped jalapenos, and cranberries. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Add Spices: Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is evenly distributed. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- Incorporate Fresh Herbs: Fold in the chopped cilantro (or parsley) for that fresh flavor boost.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. You can garnish it with additional cilantro and some whole cranberries for a festive touch. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: This dip can be made a day in advance. Adjust the heat by adding diced serrano peppers or hot sauce. For a chunkier dip, reserve some chopped cranberries and jalapenos to stir in just before serving.