Description
This vibrant Cranberry Jalapeno Dip combines tart fresh and dried cranberries with spicy jalapenos and creamy vegan cream cheese, creating a zesty and colorful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients
- 6 ounces fresh cranberries
- 3 medium green onions, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
Dried and Dairy Alternatives
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar, more or less to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened vegan yogurt or vegan sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the cranberry mixture: In a food processor, add the fresh cranberries, dried cranberries, chopped green onions, and sliced jalapeno. Pulse several times until the mixture is very finely chopped and well combined.
- Soften and mix cream cheese: Transfer the vegan cream cheese to a medium-sized bowl. Using a hand mixer or a spoon, mix the cream cheese until it becomes soft and creamy. Then add the granulated sugar, salt, and unsweetened vegan yogurt or sour cream. Beat well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Combine cranberry and cream cheese mixtures: Add the finely chopped cranberry mixture to the bowl with the cream cheese blend. Mix thoroughly until the dip is uniform in texture and color.
- Serve and store: Serve the dip immediately with crackers or bread for dipping. Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Stir well before serving again.
Notes
- Philadelphia vegan cream cheese is recommended, but Violife, Miyoko’s, and Tofutti brands also work well.
- Use unsweetened and unflavored vegan yogurt or vegan sour cream to maintain the dip’s balanced flavor profile.
- The recipe works with homemade vegan cream cheese or tofu cream cheese alternatives.
- Omit sugar for a less sweet version, and omit dried cranberries if you want a tarter, less sweet dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
