Description

Delight your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy in this Sweet-Heat Cranberry Pepper Jelly Warm Cheese Dip. Perfect for holiday gatherings or simply as a cozy treat, this dip promises a flavorful kick that’s sure to impress any crowd. Combining the tanginess of cranberry with the smoothness of cream cheese and cheddar, every bite is a celebration of delicious contrasts.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup cranberry pepper jelly
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Tortilla chips or crackers for serving

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until well blended and smooth.
Add the cranberry pepper jelly, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the top is lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spice by varying the amount of cranberry pepper jelly.
For a little extra crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans on top before baking.
This dip can be prepared a day in advance and baked just before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approx. 1/2 cup
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Cranberry, Cheese Dip, Appetizer, Party Food