Description
This Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a spicy and creamy appetizer perfect for parties or gatherings. With a blend of cheeses and jalapeños, this baked dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Creamy Dip:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapeños
- 1 tablespoon jalapeño juice (from the jar)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Mix the ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped jalapeños, jalapeño juice, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until smooth.
- Season and bake: Season with salt and pepper, then transfer the mixture to a small baking dish. Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add fresh diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- You can mix in crumbled bacon for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
