Chili Cheese Dip
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5
Chili Cheese Dip
Description
This Chili Cheese Dip uses softened cream cheese as a smooth foundation, topped with chili which adds robust flavor and a mildly spiced, savory texture. Shredded cheddar cheese melts on top, providing a sharp, creamy contrast and appealing golden finish. The dip is baked in a shallow pan just until the cheese melts, making it warm and inviting but still easy to scoop.
The layered assembly ensures that each scoop offers a balanced flavor of creamy cheese and hearty chili. Using canned chili simplifies preparation, though homemade chili can be used for a personalized touch.
Serve the dip warm with tortilla chips or jalapeño slices. For additional texture and flavor, topping with chopped onions is recommended. This makes a convenient and satisfying appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 12 ounces chili canned
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Spread cream cheese in the bottom of an 8x10-inch pan.
- Spread chili on top of the cream cheese.
- Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Notes
- Canned chili such as Hormel or Wolf brand is recommended for convenience and consistent flavor, but homemade chili may be used as an alternative.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or sliced jalapeño peppers to complement the dip's richness.
- Adding chopped onion on top adds fresh crunch and sharpness to balance the creamy dip.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 256kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 233mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 352mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1640IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 122.2mg | 136% |
| Calcium | 118mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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