Description
This Irresistible Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip is a creamy, zesty delight that tantalizes your taste buds with its smooth texture and a kick of heat from fresh jalapenos. The rich cream cheese base is perfectly balanced with tangy sour cream and a hint of garlic, making it an addictive appetizer that pairs beautifully with crunchy tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2–3 fresh jalapenos, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Add the chopped jalapenos, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier dip, leave some seeds in the jalapenos or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 350 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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