🌶️ Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
2–3 fresh jalapeños, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, sliced
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, optional
Extra shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Mix in the sour cream and mayonnaise until well combined.
Stir in the cheddar, Monterey Jack, jalapeños, garlic, green onions, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle extra shredded cheese over the top.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
For a more browned top, broil for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully.
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
🌮 Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, toasted baguette slices, pita chips, or fresh vegetables.
