Hot Cheese Spread
Indulge in the gooey, irresistible decadence of Hot Cheese Spread, the perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering! This creamy baked dip combines a trio of cheeses—cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack—blended with tangy sour cream and a medley of savory spices like garlic, onion, and paprika. Baked to golden perfection, this warm cheese dip is topped with fresh chives for a burst of color and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal appetizer for parties, game days, or cozy nights in. Serve it with crunchy crackers, crusty baguette slices, or crisp veggies for dipping, and watch it disappear in minutes. Whether you're looking for an easy party dip or a cheesy comfort food recipe, this Hot Cheese Spread is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chives, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and sour cream. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir thoroughly.
Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and slightly golden around the edges.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the chopped chives on top for garnish.
Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.3 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.4 g | 602% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 2901 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 78.6 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2144 mg | 165% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 587 mg | 12% | |
*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.
