What Is Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip?
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a warm, baked appetizer made with cream cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeños, and a few simple seasonings.
The cream cheese gives the dip its rich, velvety base, while shredded cheese melts throughout for extra cheesiness. Fresh or pickled jalapeños add the signature peppery heat.Cheese
The finished dip is thick enough to scoop with tortilla chips, crackers, toasted bread, or vegetables.
It’s one of those recipes that looks like you put in much more effort than you actually did.
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The cream cheese gives the dip a rich, slightly tangy flavor, while melted cheddar brings that familiar savory cheesiness.
Then the jalapeños arrive with their bright pepper flavor and gentle heat.
The result is creamy, cheesy, tangy, savory, and just spicy enough to keep you reaching for another bite.
If you like jalapeño poppers, you’re going to love this dip.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For about 8 servings, you’ll need:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely chopped jalapeños, fresh or pickled
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeños
Optional chopped green onions or fresh cilantro.. Enjoy
