Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy blending.

Finely chop the fresh cilantro, green onions, and jalapeno peppers. Set aside.

If using fresh cranberries, rinse them thoroughly. If using frozen cranberries, make sure they are thawed.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy.

Squeeze the lemon to get freshly squeezed lemon juice. Add the lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture and blend again.

Incorporate granulated sugar and salt into the cream cheese mixture. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.

Add the finely chopped cilantro, green onions, and deseeded jalapeno peppers to the mixture. Blend until well combined.

Gently fold the fresh or thawed cranberries into the mixture. Ensure they are evenly distributed.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours or until it is well-chilled. Chilling allows the flavors to meld.

Before serving, taste the dip and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more sugar or salt according to your preference.

Transfer the cranberry jalapeno dip to a serving bowl.

Garnish the top with additional chopped cilantro or a few whole cranberries for presentation.

Serve the Costco-inspired Cranberry Jalapeno Dip with your favorite crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetable sticks. It’s a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors that will be a hit at any gathering.