Holiday Cream Cheese Cranberry Jalapeno Dip Recipe
The holiday season is here and that means all the tasty dips and appetizers! And if you have tried the Costco cranberry dip, you will love this copycat inspired recipe. Using simple ingredients, this dip combines cream cheese, tart cranberries, and spicy jalapeños to create the best dip. So take your holiday parties to the next level with this easy dip perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or simply your next gathering or game day. Full recipe card below.
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What is Cranberry Jalapeno Dip?
This is a new viral dip from TikTok – make which came about as a copycat to Costco’s cranberry jalapeño dip. While there are many versions out there, the Costco dip is a blended dip unlike some versions that are roughly chopped. Either way this delicious dip combines tart cranberries, jalapeno peppers, and softened cream cheese to create a creamy dip that is hard to resist! Serve with your favorite crackers, as a spread on a sandwich, or with tortilla chips.
Ingredients
This easy dip recipe uses simple ingredients and is a great addition to your next holiday party. I will break down what I used and why and what ingredients will give you the best results.
Cranberry Sauce – To make this a simple recipe I used canned whole cranberry sauce not to be confused with jellied cranberry sauce. You can definitely use fresh cranberries or homemade cranberry jalapeno relish if you have it on hand. Just note that the canned version is sweetened cranberries so you will need to add sugar if you use fresh.
Cream Cheese – The base in this dip is cream cheese. I used a block of reduced fat cream cheese but you can use whatever version you like. You can also use whipped cream cheese. Just make sure it is softened so it blends easier.
Jalapeño Peppers – You can use a jalapeno with or without the seeds. Depending on the spiciness of the jalapeños sometimes I remove the seeds and sometimes I keep them in. But that really depends on how much spice you prefer. Without the seeds this is not a very spicy dip.
Lime Juice – To balance out the dip and add some acidity to the cranberry mixture I added a little fresh lime juice. This is a great way to cut some of the fat in the cheese and add an element of freshness.
Green Onions – Green onions add a ton of flavor to dips and they go really well with cranberries.
Salt & Black Pepper – For a little bit of extra seasoning.
Dippers – I used wheat thins but any crackers will work here. You can also use sea salt pita crackers, crostini toasts, tortilla chips, or whatever you have on hand.
Mixing the Dip
The best way to make this is to mix it with an electric hand mixer to fully blend the cream cheese with the cranberries. While you can use a food processor the dip may become too thin and it will also blend the jalapenos and green onions which may create a green or muddy color.
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Holiday Cream Cheese Cranberry Jalapeno Dip Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
Description
Looking for a homemade dip for your holiday gatherings? You have to try this delicious creamy cranberry jalapeño dip recipe. Inspired by Costco’s cranberry jalapeño dip, this is a perfect blend of cream cheese, tart cranberries, and spicy jalapenos making this delicious recipe hard to resist! Serve with your favorite crackers, as a spread on a sandwich, or with tortilla chips. A festive dip recipe for holiday entertaining, family gatherings, or game day!
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1 cup Cranberry Sauce
- 1 Jalapeño Pepper diced seeds removed
- 2 Green Onions chopped (about 2 tbsp)
- Lime Juice from 1/4 of a Lime
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
Instructions
- In a medium size mixing bowl, using a mixer whip together the cream cheese and the cranberry sauce until smooth.
- Add the the green onion, jalapeno, lime juice, and salt and pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
- Dip with your favorite crackers or chips.
Equipment
Notes
Note, the flavor develops as this dip sits. Make it ahead of time and refrigerate for an hour if you can.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dips
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Looking for more easy appetizer and dip recipes? Try my cranberry goat cheese crostini, Chuy’s copycat jalapeno dip, buffalo chicken dip wonton cups, whipped feta and balsamic bruschetta dip, smoked salmon and chives cream cheese spread, or my keto sausage and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms.
Storage
Leftover dip can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
When to Make Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
This creamy cranberry jalapeno dip is the perfect holiday appetizer and can even be made with Thanksgiving leftovers! But honestly, it’s a great option for formal occasions and informal. It’s perfect for happy hour, game day, holiday parties, Thanksgiving or Christmas.
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