10-Minute Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Recipe
A quick and flavorful 10-minute cranberry jalapeño dip featuring whipped dairy-free cream cheese, fresh jalapeños, zesty lime, and a vibrant cranberry sauce topping, perfect for festive gatherings or simple snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Base
- 2 (8 oz) containers dairy-free cream cheese (such as Kite Hill) or regular cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 fresh jalapeños, seeds removed and finely diced
- 2–3 Tbsp finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (plus extra for garnish)
Topping
- 1 (14 oz) can cranberry sauce with whole berries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: Bring the cream cheese to room temperature to ensure it whips smoothly. Using a handheld mixer, whip the cream cheese until it reaches a fluffy, whipped texture.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the garlic powder, salt, pepper, lime juice, diced jalapeños, red onion, and chopped green onions to the whipped cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble the Dip Base: Transfer the cream cheese mixture to your serving platter and spread it out into an even layer, creating a smooth surface for the topping.
- Add the Cranberry Sauce: Spoon the cranberry sauce over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly with the back of a spoon to cover the entire surface.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle additional chopped green onions on top for a fresh garnish. Serve immediately with your favorite crackers, chips, or fresh veggies.
Notes
- This dip can be made ahead of time and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control the level of spiciness according to preference.
- For a dairy-free and vegan version, ensure to use plant-based cream cheese and check cranberry sauce ingredients.
- Great for holiday parties, potlucks, or casual snacks.
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