Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 16 oz cream cheese (2 blocks), softened to room temperature
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Crackers, baguette slices, or pretzels for serving
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and cinnamon. Place the pan over medium heat and stir occasionally. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency. Remove from heat.
- Stir the orange zest, minced jalapeño, and sliced green onions into the hot cranberry mixture. This allows the heat to slightly soften the onions and peppers while releasing their oils. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool completely. For the best flavor, refrigerate the topping for at least 2 hours.
- On a serving platter or in a shallow bowl, spread the softened cream cheese into an even layer. Use the back of a spoon to create a slight indentation or “well” in the center to hold the cranberry topping.
- Once the cranberry mixture is cold, spoon it generously over the cream cheese base. Spread it to the edges, leaving a small border of white cream cheese visible. Garnish with extra green onions or fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sturdy crackers, toasted baguette rounds, or even crisp apple slices for a sweet and savory experience.
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