Ingredients
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- 8 oz softened block cream cheese
- 1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar, about 4 oz
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- Up to 1 packet dry ranch seasoning, 1 oz, to taste
- 2 jalapeños, finely diced
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Up to ¼ teaspoon cayenne, optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Up to 2 tablespoons milk, only if needed
- Optional extra cheese, jalapeños, herbs, or ranch drizzle
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar, about half the ranch packet, jalapeños, green onions, garlic, lime, paprika, pepper, and a small pinch of optional cayenne.
- Fold in cilantro. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste with your chosen accompaniment and add more ranch or heat only if needed.
- Allow a serving portion to soften briefly. Stir in milk one tablespoon at a time only if still too thick.
- Garnish lightly and serve with chips, crackers, or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes