Description
A creamy and spicy jalapeno dip that’s perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- A handful cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure cream cheese is softened.
- Sauté Jalapeños: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped jalapeños for about 3 minutes.
- Mix the Base: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
- Incorporate the Add-Ins: Fold in sautéed jalapeños, garlic, cheddar, and cilantro.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the dip and add more lime juice or jalapeños as desired.
- Chill the Dip: Let the dip chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or as a bread spread.
Notes
For extra cheesiness, melt some cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: jalapeno dip, cream cheese dip, party appetizer, spicy dip, cheesy dip