This Cranberry Jalapeno Dip is rich and creamy and the perfect appetizer or side dish for the holiday season. It’s made with cream cheese and has both sweet and savory elements of flavor.
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What Type of Cranberries to Use Fresh or Frozen?
You can use either fresh or frozen cranberries in this recipe. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them first and drain any excess water.
Spices and Seasoning
I’m using Tony Chachere’s seasoning in this recipe. I have been a fan of their store-bought seasoning for YEARS. I use it in my Instant Pot Gumbo, Instant Pot Cabbage, Instant Pot Collard Greens, and other recipes.
It has always been my go-to Creole seasoning because it is packed with flavor. I’m so excited that I recently noticed they have lite and no salt versions now!
I used their More Spice creole seasoning in this recipe. You can use original creole seasoning if you wish. This one has a little kick!
How to Make Jalapeno Cranberry Dip
- Add cranberries, jalapeno (stem and seeds removed), lemon juice, sweetener, and Creole seasoning to a food processor.
- Pulse a few times to combine the ingredients.
- Add cream cheese to the bottom on an 8×8 baking dish or 9 inch pie plate.
- Top the cream cheese with the cranberry and jalapeno mixture. Spread it throughout.
- Chill.
What to Serve with the Dip
- Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread
- Sliced bread (French, sourdough, etc.)
- Cracker
- Chips
- Fresh Fruit
- Fresh Vegetables (Celery, Carrots, Broccoli, etc)
How to Store the Dip/How Long it Will Last in the Fridge
The dip will last in the fridge for about 3 days. If you are making it ahead, I recommend making it the night before.
Freezer Tips
Because this dip is made with dairy ingredients, if frozen it will have separation and become watery. A frozen cheese or cream dip would either be crumbly or watery when it is thawed. I would not freeze this dip. You can read more about How to Freeze Dips here.
More Dip Recipes
BLT Dip
Crab Rangoon Dip
Crab Dip
Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip
More Cranberry Recipes
Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
Grand Marnier Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Mimosas
Slow Cooker Crockpot Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cranberries (fresh or frozen) If using frozen, thawed and drained.
- 1 fresh jalapeno Remove the stems and seeds.
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sweetener
- 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's More Spice Seasoning
- 16 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Add the cranberries, jalapeno (stem and seeds removed), lemon juice, sweetener, and Creole seasoning to a food processor.
- Pulse a few times to combine the ingredients.
- The cranberries will produce liquid. Pour and drain the excess liquid.
- Add the cream cheese to the bottom on an 8×8 baking dish or 9 inch pie plate.
- Top the cream cheese with the cranberry and jalapeno mixture. Spread it throughout.
- Chill the dip for 2 hours or until set.
Olivia
Monday 28th of December 2020
Thank you for the delicious recipe looks so tasty!
staysnatched
Tuesday 29th of December 2020
You're welcome! Enjoy!
Karen Bernhardt
Saturday 19th of December 2020
Delicious, and so easy to make. Next time I will half the recipe, as it makes a ton - I hate to throw any of it out!
staysnatched
Saturday 19th of December 2020
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Jay James
Saturday 12th of December 2020
Loved this recipe!
staysnatched
Monday 14th of December 2020
Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
Susan
Thursday 10th of December 2020
These ideas are fantastic.
staysnatched
Friday 11th of December 2020
Wonderful! I hope you enjoy the recipe.