Description
A festive and flavorful dip perfect for holiday gatherings. This creamy dip combines the tartness of cranberries with the mild heat of jalapeños and the richness of cream cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pickled jalapeños, drained
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Crackers or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the cranberry sauce, chopped jalapeños, cilantro, and garlic powder.
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Serve immediately with crackers or tortilla chips, or chill for later.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, use fresh jalapeños instead of pickled. Remove seeds and membranes for less heat.
- Adjust the amount of cranberry sauce and jalapeños to suit your taste.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American