Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

Name: Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup vegetable oil; 10 ounces dried sweetened cranberries; 0.5 cup white sugar, or to taste; 0.5 cup water, or more as needed; 2 small jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely diced; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons dried cilantro; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

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This is a fun dip that is both sweet and spicy. I got the recipe by varying other cranberry salsa and dip recipes I have found. I got the idea of the fusion of oil from a friend. There are many ideas for use and a great item to take along when you want to surprise your friends with something they probably have not tried. Serve with Triscuits®, pita chips, or crackers.

Recipe by WMPROS

Updated on January 14, 2022

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

16

Yield:

16 servings

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Ingredients

¼ cup vegetable oil
10 ounces dried sweetened cranberries
½ cup white sugar, or to taste
½ cup water, or more as needed
2 small jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely diced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried cilantro
¼ teaspoon salt
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

Directions

Heat a saucepan over medium heat; add oil. Stir cranberries into hot oil and cook until cranberries absorb most of oil, 5 to 10 minutes. Mix sugar, water, jalapeno peppers, lemon juice, cilantro, and salt into cranberries; cook until reduced and softened, 10 to 15 more minutes. Add more water if needed.
Pulse cranberry mixture in a food processor or blender until very smooth; cool completely.
Stir cooled cranberry mixture and cream cheese together in a bowl until smooth and creamy.

Cook's Note:

You may add more or less sugar to taste. You may also want another jalapeno to add more heat. Can use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.

This makes a great spread for sandwiches or add to crackers and add turkey for a colorful appetizer. Also makes a great addition to a turkey dinner in lieu of cranberry sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

206	Calories
13g	Fat
22g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 206
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 7g	34%
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 120mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 22g	8%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 2mg	8%
Calcium 24mg	2%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 42mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.