Cranberry Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip Recipe
A festive and flavorful Cranberry Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip that combines creamy softened cream cheese with a sweet and spicy cranberry and red pepper jelly mixture, perfect for holiday gatherings or casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
Jelly Mixture
- 1 (12 oz) jar red pepper jelly
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Jelly Mixture: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix together the red pepper jelly and cranberry sauce until well combined and smooth.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Base: Place the softened cream cheese on a serving plate or spread evenly in a serving dish to create a base layer for the dip.
- Assemble the Dip: Spoon the cranberry and red pepper jelly mixture evenly over the cream cheese, spreading gently if needed for an even layer.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your choice of crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy this sweet, spicy, and creamy treat!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is well softened to make spreading easier and to enhance the creamy texture.
- For a more decorative touch, garnish with fresh cranberries or chopped parsley.
- This dip can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the cranberry sauce or use a low-sugar variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cranberry pepper jelly, cream cheese dip, holiday appetizer, sweet and spicy dip, party dip, cranberry sauce
