Ingredients
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- 12 oz fresh cranberries (one bag)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large jalapeños, seeded and finely minced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 16 oz cream cheese (two 8-ounce blocks), softened to room temperature
- Crackers or baguette slices for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Process the Cranberries
Place the fresh cranberries and sugar into a food processor. Pulse the mixture several times until the cranberries are finely chopped but not pureed. You want a coarse, salsa-like texture rather than a smooth liquid. Transfer the chopped cranberries to a medium mixing bowl. - Step 2: Combine the Aromatics
Add the minced jalapeños, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt to the bowl with the cranberries. Stir everything together until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. For the best flavor, cover the bowl and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the sugar to macerate the cranberries and the flavors to meld together beautifully. - Step 3: Assemble and Plate
Place the blocks of softened cream cheese onto a serving platter or into a shallow dish. You can leave them as whole blocks or spread them out slightly with a spatula. Spoon the chilled cranberry mixture generously over the top of the cream cheese. Garnish with a few extra sprigs of cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite sturdy crackers or toasted bread.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes