Sweet Heat Cranberry Jalapeño Cheese Spread Recipe
This Sweet Heat Cranberry Jalapeño Cheese Spread is a delightful blend of creaminess, sweetness, and spice, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ozcream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cupcranberry sauce
- 1–2jalapeños, finely chopped (adjust for heat)
- 1/4 cupgreen onions, chopped
- 1/4 cuppecans, chopped
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- 1 teaspoonlime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Crackers or baguette slices, for serving
Instructions
- Start by taking a mixing bowl and adding the softened cream cheese along with the cranberry sauce. Using a spatula or a hand mixer, blend these two ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
- Next up, it’s time to add the stars of the show: the jalapeños, green onions, and chopped pecans. Carefully fold these ingredients into the cream cheese and cranberry mixture, ensuring even distribution without overly beating or mashing the mix.
- Add the honey and lime juice to the mix, followed by a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine well, allowing the flavors to meld together harmoniously. After you’ve incorporated all the ingredients, transfer your mixture into a nicely presented serving dish. To intensify the flavors, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This spread can also be made a day in advance; simply keep it tightly covered in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Protein: 3 g