Spicy Cheese Dip
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Spicy Cheese Dip, a creamy and fiery crowd-pleaser perfect for parties, game days, or indulgent nights in. Loaded with a blend of melted cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and pepper jack, this dip brings the heat with diced jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and zesty tomatoes with green chilies. The rich, velvety texture is perfectly balanced by a hint of freshness from optional chopped cilantro. Quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes, this bold and cheesy appetizer pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, crackers, or crunchy veggie sticks. Whether you're hosting a gathering or satisfying your spicy cravings, this dip is a mouthwatering must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 10 ounces Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 2 tablespoons Jalapeños, diced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for thinning)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir frequently until the cream cheese is completely melted and smooth.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese to the saucepan. Stir until all the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices and chilies.
If the dip is too thick, gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk and stir until the desired consistency is reached.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to blend all the flavors together. Be careful not to scorch the bottom of the saucepan by stirring frequently.
Transfer the hot dip into a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggie sticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.5 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.9 g | 724% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 687 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 3796 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g | ||
| Protein | 106.0 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 3028 mg | 233% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1248 mg | 27% | |
*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.
