Name: 2-Minute Raspberry Chipotle Sauce Cream Cheese Dip
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Ingredients: 8 oz vegan cream cheese ((227 grams)); 1/2 cup raspberry chipotle sauce ((165 grams), homemade (recipe in the notes below) or store-bought); crackers, crostini, or fruits (opt for wholegrain for a healthier version)

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Just 2 minutes and 2 ingredients for this Raspberry Chipotle Cream Cheese Dip. Creamy, sweet, tangy, and smoky — the perfect party snack/appetizer!

Raspberry chipotle cream cheese dip with crackers and two hands grabbing the crackers.

Why You Will Love This Raspberry Chipotle Cream Cheese Dip

🌟 Bold Fusion: Fresh raspberries, smoky chipotle, with velvety cream cheese.
🥗 Versatile Snacking: Elevate veggies, crackers, fruits, and more!
🌈 Colorful and Vibrant: The bright red from the raspberries make this raspberry dip look so yum!
🎉 Crowd Pleaser: Impress your guests at the next party with this gourmet dip.
👩‍🍳 Effortless: No-fuss recipe, done in 2 minutes.

Ingredients

Just 2 ingredients for this raspberry chipotle cream cheese dip!

(Vegan) Cream Cheese: For that creamy texture that we all love. Feel free to use regular cream cheese.
Raspberry Chipotle Sauce: A zesty and smoky sauce made from ripe raspberries and chipotle peppers, providing a sweet and spicy kick. Either make a Homemade Raspberry Chipotle Sauce, or use a store-bought version.

Vegan cream cheese, raspberry chipotle sauce, and whole wheat crackers with labels.

What is chipotle sauce made of?

Chipotle sauce is typically made from chipotle peppers, which are smoked and dried jalapeño peppers, blended with various ingredients such as vinegar, spices, and sometimes sweeteners. This combination creates a flavorful and slightly spicy sauce with a distinct smoky taste. You can view a sample recipe by Eating Well here.

Speaking of smoky, you might also like my Smoky BBQ Aioli / Mayonnaise or my Smoked Paprika Aioli / Mayo which is just as easy as this one!

Eight pieces of crackers with cream cheese and raspberry chipotle dip in a marbled look.

Step-by-step Instructions

Spread Cream Cheese: Use a spoon to scoop out your cream cheese onto a plate.

Top with Sauce: Add raspberry chipotle sauce over the cream cheese.

Serve and Enjoy: Pair with crackers, crostini, or fruits like apples for a tasty snack, or use as a breakfast bread spread. Easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion!

A block of vegan cream cheese on a white plate.

A block of cream cheese with raspberry chipotle sauce on top.

Jazzing This Up

Garnish: Sprinkle some crushed nuts or seeds on top.

Serve with a Variety: Offer an assortment of dippers such as sliced vegetables, fruits, crackers, pretzels, or toasted bread to cater to different preferences and dietary needs.

Vary Your Presentation: Instead of adding the raspberry chipotle sauce on top of the cream cheese, you might want to just mix it together. You can also use this as a sandwich filling, similar like in my vegan afternoon tea sandwiches!

Add Some Black Beans: For a more filling option, sauté some red onion with a bit of olive oil. Then add some black beans with salt and pepper. Add this as the base layer, before scooping your cream cheese and raspberry chipotle sauce on top. Enjoy your raspberry chipotle black bean dip!

Storage and Meal Prep Instructions

Since this is an extremely simple recipe, I recommend serving it fresh because otherwise, the chipotle raspberry dip might stain the cream cheese.

If you’d like to make a homemade raspberry chipotle sauce, make it ahead using this Chipotle Raspberry Sauce recipe. The sauce alone lasts for up to 3 weeks in the fridge.

If there are leftovers, store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Note that there might be some discoloration in the cream cheese, but it will still be edible.

Close-up of a raspberry dip with cream cheese with a marbled look.

I have a lot of leftovers. What can I do?

I’ve been there. Here are some suggestions to use up this raspberry chipotle dip!

Sandwiches and Wraps: Use as a spread for sandwiches and wraps to add a burst of flavor to your lunch or dinner.
Bread Spread: Jazz up your breakfasts by using this as a bread spread.
Salad Dressing: Thin out the raspberry chipotle dip with a bit of water to create a creamy and flavorful dressing for salads or grain bowls.
Grilled Tofu: Use the raspberry dip as a marinade or sauce for grilled tofu or vegetables for a flavorful and satisfying main dish.

FAQ

Chipotle sauce is spicy because it contains chipotle peppers, which are smoked and dried jalapeño peppers known for their heat. These peppers pack a punch and add a fiery kick to the sauce, making it spicy and flavorful.

Yes, feel free to do that if you don’t eat vegan!

I do not recommend this but if you’re experience in cooking, feel free to try substituting the raspberry with raspberry preserves. Note that I cannot guarantee a successful recipe this way.

Raspberry preserves tend to contain a lot of sugar, so you might need to add some vinegar to balance it out. Also add a couple tablespoons of water to thin it out. Please refer to this Chipotle Raspberry Sauce recipe as you do this.

If you can’t find raspberry chipotle sauce, you can try making a homemade version using this Raspberry Chipotle Jam / Jelly recipe. Alternatively, you can use a different fruity and spicy sauce such as mango habanero sauce.

Absolutely! Assembling it takes a maximum of 2 minutes so as long as you’ve got your cream cheese and raspberry chipotle sauce ready, you’re set.

If you’d like to save those 2 minutes on the day of the party, you can mix the cream cheese with the raspberry chipotle sauce until they turn light pink in color.

I do not recommend freezing this chipotle cream cheese dip since it will change the texture.

Digging a wholegrain cracker into cream cheese with raspberry dip.

Want More Recipes for Your Parties?

For savory options, try my Tandoori Vegetables Skewer / Platter or this 5-Minute Creamy Hummus. You might also like making sushi, be it a simple Kappa Maki (Cucumber Roll), or a more filling Shiitake Sushi Roll or Kimchi Sushi.

If you prefer sweet, try making this Chocolate Covered Grapes, or my Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters. You can also portion out overnight oats in smaller glasses, be it my Oreo Overnight Oats, Biscoff Overnight Oats, or this Frozen Berries Overnight Oats.