Surprise Chip Dip
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this irresistibly creamy Surprise Chip Dip—an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that packs a flavorful punch with every bite. Featuring a luscious blend of cream cheese and sour cream, this dip gets a zesty boost from salsa, a cheesy kick from shredded cheddar, and an extra layer of savory spice from garlic powder and paprika. But the real magic lies in its namesake "surprise" — crushed tortilla chips folded right into the mix for an unexpected crunch and deliciously addictive texture. Topped with fresh green onions and more crispy chips for garnish, this no-cook wonder comes together in just 10 minutes and pairs perfectly with tortilla chips, crackers, or crisp veggies. Whether you're hosting a party or looking to elevate snack time, this versatile chip dip recipe promises to be the ultimate game-day or movie-night hit!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Salsa (mild or spicy, your choice)
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 Jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 1 cup Tortilla chips, crushed (the 'surprise')
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and sour cream. Using a hand mixer or a spoon, mix until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
Fold in the chopped green onions, diced jalapeño (if using), and crushed tortilla chips. Be gentle to keep some of the tortilla chips intact for texture.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle a small handful of extra crushed tortilla chips and green onions on top for garnish.
Serve immediately with your favorite chips, crackers, or veggies for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 3620 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1111 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1175 mg | 25% | |
*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.
