Jalapeno Cheese Dip
Turn up the heat at your next gathering with this irresistible Jalapeño Cheese Dip, a creamy and flavorful appetizer packed with bold flavors and a touch of spice. Loaded with cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, this baked dip gets its kick from fresh, diced jalapeños and a savory blend of garlic, onion, and cumin. With a rich, gooey texture and golden, bubbly top, this dish is perfect for serving alongside crunchy tortilla chips, crusty bread, or crisp vegetable sticks. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy yet crowd-pleasing addition to game days, parties, or casual get-togethers. Customize it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a pop of brightness, and watch as it becomes the star of the snack table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 3 large jalapeno peppers, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 pack tortilla chips or vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and diced jalapeno peppers. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the spices are fully incorporated.
Transfer the cheese mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden around the edges.
Optional: Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for added freshness and flavor.
Serve hot with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 307.2 g | 394% | |
| Saturated Fat | 153.7 g | 768% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 745 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 4938 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.4 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 117.5 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 3072 mg | 236% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
