Cranberry Pepper Jelly Recipe
Easy Cranberry Dip Recipe
This cranberry pepper jelly is such a hit for Thanksgiving or Christmas get-togethers! So, what’s it like? Think sweet meets spicy — just the right amount of heat to keep things interesting. Then you spread it over cream cheese and, oh my goodness, it’s pure magic. Creamy, sweet, a little kick… totally addictive. Everyone loves it! Also make sure to try our cranberry jalapeno dip, cranberry salsa, and cranberry brie bites, too!
You only need three ingredients for this super simple (and seriously delicious) dip. Yep, just three! First up, grab a jar of jellied cranberry sauce — you know, that sweet and tangy classic that shows up at every holiday meal. Next, you’ll need some red pepper jelly for a little spicy kick. And finally, a block of cream cheese to bring it all together and make it perfectly creamy. That’s it! In just a few minutes, you’ve got a crowd-pleasing appetizer everyone’s going to love.
Who sells red pepper jelly in a jar? I have seen it on Amazon, at Fresh Market, Publix, and World Market.
A quick timing tip: you can mix up the cranberry and red pepper jellies ahead of time, but don’t add it to the cream cheese until right before serving. I know, I know — but trust me, it really does make a difference! The flavors come together perfectly when it’s fresh.
Now for the fun part — cracker time! I love serving this with good ol’ Ritz crackers, but honestly, any buttery or sesame-style cracker will do. Just steer clear of anything too strong or flavored — you want the dip to shine. Simple, festive, and always gone in minutes.
So, you’re probably wondering how to store it, right? Super easy! Just pop it in an airtight container and stick it in the fridge. It’ll stay good for a couple of days — but honestly, let’s be real, it probably won’t last that long! If you’ve got leftovers (lucky you), mix the jelly and cream cheese together and spread it on a bagel the next morning. So good.
Now that you’ve nailed the basics, it’s time to have a little fun with it! Want a bit more heat? Add extra red pepper jelly. Craving something sweeter? Go heavier on the cranberry sauce. The cream cheese is what ties it all together, so don’t overthink it — no need for extra spices. Keep it simple and let those flavors do their thing.
Watch me make the cranberry pepper jelly…
Cranberry Pepper Jelly
Ingredients
- ½ cup jellied cranberry sauce
- ½ cup red pepper jelly I used Braswells red pepper jelly jar
- 1 block 8oz cream cheese room temperature
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the jellied cranberry sauce with the red pepper jelly. Mix until combined.
- Place the cream cheese on a serving platter.
- Pour the jelly mixture over the cream cheese.
- Serve and Enjoy!
