Description
A vibrant Cranberry Dip featuring fresh cranberries, herbs, and spices layered over creamy cheese. Perfect for entertaining and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 3 green onions, chopped (about 1/3 cup)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, packed
- 1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced and seeded
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Prepare cranberry mixture: Place cranberries in food processor. Pulse 8-10 times until coarsely chopped. Add green onions, cilantro, jalapeño, sugar, cumin, and lemon juice. Pulse 6-8 times until finely chopped but not pureed.
- Chill mixture: Transfer to bowl, cover, and refrigerate 4-5 hours to develop flavors.
- Assemble dip: Spread cream cheese evenly on serving plate with raised edges. Using slotted spoon, distribute cranberry mixture over cream cheese, leaving some edges visible.
- Serve immediately: Provide crackers, pita chips, or sliced baguette for dipping.
Notes
- Don’t over-process cranberries or mixture becomes too liquid
- Room temperature cream cheese spreads smoothly without tearing
- Drain excess liquid from cranberry mixture before assembly
- Store covered in refrigerator up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: (Chill Time: 4 hours)