Save Tangy cranberry-jalapeño dip meets savory tacos in this inventive fusion dish, combining sweet heat with creamy, cheesy flavors for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main.
I first created these tacos for a holiday party where the cranberry jalapeño dip was already a favorite. Wrapping the dip inside warm tortillas with fresh toppings made for an irresistible combination that had everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
- Fresh cranberries: 1 cup (or thawed frozen)
- Jalapeños: 2 medium, seeded and finely diced
- Fresh cilantro: 1/4 cup chopped, plus extra for topping
- Green onions: 2, finely sliced
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Cream cheese: 8 oz (225 g), softened
- Sour cream: 1/2 cup
- Lime juice: from 1 lime
- Flour or corn tortillas: 8 small
- Mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Lettuce: 1 cup shredded
- Red onion: 1/2 cup diced
Instructions
- Make the Dip:
- In a food processor, pulse cranberries, jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, sugar, salt, and lime juice until chopped but not pureed. In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sour cream until smooth, then fold in the cranberry mixture. Chill for at least 15 minutes.
- Warm Tortillas:
- Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos:
- Spread dip onto each tortilla and top with cheese, lettuce, red onion, and cilantro.
- Serve:
- Enjoy immediately, optionally with lime wedges.
Save My kids request these cranberry tacos every winter, and making them together has become a fun tradition in our family kitchen.
Required Tools
You will need a food processor, mixing bowls, a skillet for warming tortillas, and a knife and cutting board for prepping the ingredients.
Allergen Information
This dish contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream, cheese) and may contain gluten if flour tortillas are used. Always check labels for cross-contamination if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Each taco (with flour tortilla and cheese) contains about 220 calories, 10 g total fat, 27 g carbohydrates, and 6 g protein.
Save Serve these tacos right away for the freshest flavor, and don&t forget a squeeze of lime for extra zing.
Recipe Guide
- → What makes the cranberry jalapeño dip unique?
It combines tart cranberries with jalapeño and lime, producing a sweet-spicy flavor that complements creamy cheese.
- → Can I make this dish gluten-free?
Absolutely—use certified gluten-free corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- → How can I add protein to these tacos?
Try adding grilled chicken or turkey to the taco filling for a boost of savory protein.
- → Is the dip suitable for other uses?
Yes, the cranberry jalapeño dip tastes delicious with crackers or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
- → What level of heat do these tacos have?
They're mildly spicy, but keeping jalapeño seeds can increase the heat if you prefer more kick.
- → Are these tacos vegetarian?
Yes, all listed ingredients are vegetarian; meat is optional for those wanting variation.