Creamy Cheese Dip
Take your appetizer game to the next level with this irresistible Creamy Cheese Dip, a crowd-pleasing blend of three luscious cheeses and bold seasonings. Featuring creamy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and gooey Monterey Jack, this dip melts into a velvety texture that’s perfect for digging in with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or crusty bread. A splash of sour cream and milk adds extra richness, while garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a hint of hot sauce deliver a savory kick in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy dip will become your go-to for game days, parties, or anytime you’re craving cheesy bliss. Whether you’re hosting or snacking solo, this creamy, cheesy indulgence is guaranteed to wow!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup monterey jack cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Place the cream cheese in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until softened and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and monterey jack cheese to the saucepan. Stir constantly until the cheeses begin to melt.
Pour in the sour cream and milk, stirring to incorporate them into the mixture. Continue to stir until the dip has a smooth and creamy consistency.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the dip for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Taste the dip and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to suit your preference.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Pour the dip into a serving dish or bowl.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, sliced bread, or fresh veggies. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.1 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.7 g | 548% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 530 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 3040 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 76.8 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2106 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 520 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
