Description
A delicious cranberry jalapeño cream cheese dip that blends tart cranberries with a creamy, slightly spicy base—perfect for holiday gatherings or any casual get-together.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 8 oz (226 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Combine cranberries, sugar, jalapeño, water, and lime juice in a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the cranberries pop and soften (6–8 minutes). Cool to room temperature.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with sour cream, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of the cooled relish, reserving some for topping.
- Chill for 1–2 hours or bake in a small ovenproof dish at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
For best results, soften cream cheese properly to avoid lumps. Adjust the jalapeño heat to your preference by removing seeds or using milder peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: American