Monterey Cheese Dip W Sunflower Seeds
Creamy, zesty, and irresistibly satisfying, this Monterey Cheese Dip with Sunflower Seeds is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a rich blend of Monterey Jack and cream cheese, this dip is elevated by the subtle crunch of roasted sunflower seeds and the mild heat of diced green chilies. Seasoned with garlic and onion powder for a robust flavor, it’s baked until golden and bubbly for the ultimate warm and creamy texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, veggies, or crackers. Garnished with a sprinkle of paprika and sunflower seeds for an eye-catching finish, it’s the perfect addition to game days, parties, or cozy evenings at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 4 ounces Diced green chilies (canned)
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds (hulled, roasted, and unsalted)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated Monterey Jack cheese, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Add the diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Fold in the sunflower seeds, reserving about 1 tablespoon for garnish if desired.
Transfer the mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish and spread it evenly.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and slightly golden on top.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the reserved sunflower seeds and a pinch of paprika (if using) over the top for garnish.
Serve warm with tortilla chips, pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2987 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.9 g | 358% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.9 g | 530% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 604 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 4462 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 83.9 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1982 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*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.
