Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread Recipe

Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread Recipe Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 5

“This easy spread is based on several different relishes and spreads I've tasted or made before. I love the sweet and spicy combination of flavors!” Diane Nemitz - Ludington, Michigan

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Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread Recipe
  • Prep: 25 min. + cooling
  • Yield: 16 Servings
10 15 25

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 4 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
  • Assorted crackers

Directions

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cranberry mixture until blended. Serve with crackers. Yield: 2 cups.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Facts 2 tablespoons (calculated without crackers) equals 88 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 63 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread in Healthy Cooking December/January 2009, p45

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Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2012 by mkarss

You have to make this! Great flavor and super easy! I made it a day in advance and refrigerated. Give this recipe a try.

Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2012 by pattysue22

Loved it!! Followed others advice and doubled the jalapeno... could still use more, but great flavor!! Thanks for sharing....

Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2012 by Salt Water Girl

I made this for a Thanksgiving appetizer and it was a hit! Loved it!

Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2011 by eraeferguson

This was good, but next time I'm doubling the jalapeno. It wasn't spicy enough.

Reviewed on Dec. 05, 2011 by Quatrocats

Couldn't really taste the jalapeños. Next time I'll leave in the seeds or double the amount.

Reviewed on Jul. 06, 2010 by cheriwinkle

nancyeb3-this is Linda Larsen's recipe for home made Chinese Five Spice Powder: • 1 tsp. ground Szechwan pepper (or freshly ground black, if you can't find Szechuan)

1 tsp. ground star anise

1-1/4 tsp. ground fennel seeds

1/2 tsp. ground cloves

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. ground white pepper

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in small airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place.

Reviewed on May. 26, 2010 by jawilkin

Who'd thought it! The combination of flavors was wonderful; can't wait to have an occasion to make again.

Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2009 by jlroetteis

Someone mentioned not being able to find the Chinese powder. Look for Asian or Oriental powder.

Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2009 by jlroetteis

I made this last year for a brunch (2009) at Christmas time and it was a hit. Will be making again this year. Very different from any other dips I've made. The spicy with the sweet is a great combination!

Reviewed on Jan. 04, 2009 by nancyeb3

I can't find Chinese five-spice powder. Can I substitute with something else?

Nancy

 
 

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