Spicy Ginger Cranberry Jalapeño (Printable Version)

Zesty cranberry, ginger, and jalapeño blend for a vibrant, sweet, and spicy dip ideal for sharing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fresh Ingredients

01 - 1 cup fresh cranberries or thawed frozen cranberries
02 - 1 medium jalapeño, seeds removed, finely chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons peeled, finely grated fresh ginger
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
05 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

→ Pantry

06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Dairy (optional for serving)

09 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine cranberries, jalapeño, ginger, green onions, cilantro, sugar, lime juice, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.
02 - Taste the mixture and refine seasoning, adding additional sugar or lime juice if required for preferred flavor balance.
03 - Spread softened cream cheese evenly across a serving platter. Spoon the cranberry mixture over the cream cheese immediately before serving.
04 - Accompany with crackers, chips, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to make ready in just twenty minutes
  • Bursting with vibrant color and flavor
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian so everyone can enjoy
  • Easily customizable to your heat and sweetness level
  • Impressive presentation with minimal work
02 -
  • High in vitamin C from cranberries and lime juice
  • Naturally gluten-free if you choose gluten-free dippers
  • Can be made up to two days in advance
03 -
  • Let your flavors mingle. Making this dip a few hours ahead lets the ingredients blend and mellow together so it tastes even better.
  • Always chop your ingredients to a fine consistency for the best spreadability and scoopability.
  • If serving on cream cheese flatten it out smoothly so the cranberry topping does not slide off.
  • Skip the cream cheese for a fresher lighter appetizer.
  • Taste and adjust the sweetness and heat to match your crowd. Sometimes I hide a few extra slices of jalapeño in half the batch for spice lovers.
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