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Cracker with cranberry dip
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5 from 20 votes

Cranberry Jalapeno Dip

Sweet and spicy, this cranberry jalapeno dip is always a huge hit.
Prep Time10 minutes
Chill time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cranberry
Servings: 6
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 1 12 oz bag whole fresh cranberries
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/8 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder optional for added flavor
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

Instructions

  • Chop cranberries in a food processor or blender, making sure not to chop too much that they liquify. You can also chop the cranberries with a knife.
  • Place chopped cranberries in a large bowl. Stir in sugar, chili powder, jalapenos, green onion, cilantro, and lemon juice. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours up to overnight.
  • When ready to make, whip cream cheese with an electric mixer. Spread the cream cheese in a 9-inch pie plate or serving dish. Top with the cranberry mixture.
  • Serve or cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1172IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1mg