Spicy Cheese Dip Microwave
Get ready to spice up your snack game with this irresistibly creamy Spicy Cheese Dip, made effortlessly in the microwave! Perfect for parties, game nights, or anytime you need a quick crowd-pleaser, this dip combines the bold flavors of shredded cheddar cheese, tangy cream cheese, and zesty diced jalapeños. Infused with smoky cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between rich creaminess and spicy heat. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s a convenient one-bowl wonder that requires minimal prep and cleanup. Customize the spice level with optional hot sauce, and serve it warm with crunchy tortilla chips, breadsticks, or fresh veggies for a flavorful, shareable delight. Whether you're hosting or simply indulging, this easy microwave cheese dip is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños (fresh or jarred)
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk.
Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute. Remove and stir until the cheeses start to melt together.
Add the diced jalapeños, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir to combine.
Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for another 2-3 minutes in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the dip is smooth and creamy.
If desired, stir in hot sauce for an extra kick of heat.
Serve the spicy cheese dip warm with tortilla chips, breadsticks, or vegetable sticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.3 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 379 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 2839 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 72.0 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 2046 mg | 157% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 612 mg | 13% | |
*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.
