Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
200 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks
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Cuisine
American
Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
Description
The Cream Cheese Salsa Dip starts by blending softened cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and salsa until fluffy using a hand mixer. Cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and optional diced jalapeños are folded into the mixture for texture and flavor contrast. Chilling the dip allows the spices and salsa to penetrate the cream cheese base for a cohesive taste.
The dip offers creamy and tangy notes balanced with the seasoning's spice and the sharpness of shredded cheddar. Green onions provide freshness and mild onion flavor. Jalapeños, when added, introduce a moderate heat level enhancing the overall flavor complexity.
Serving this chilled dip alongside tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables makes for a flavorful snack or appetizer. The recipe can also be warmed gently for a hot dip variation, melting the cheese into a smooth consistency.
Softening the cream cheese before mixing helps achieve the desired fluffy texture. Variations in salsa heat and ingredients allow customization of flavor intensity and spiciness.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ounce taco seasoning 1 packet, or 2 ½ tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
- ½ cup salsa any variety
- 1 cup cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend, shredded sharp
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ cup jalapeno pepper optional, diced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and salsa with a hand mixer until fluffy.
- Fold in cheddar, green onions, and optional jalapenos.
- Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese by microwaving without foil at medium-low power for about 30-40 seconds, checking softness and adding time if needed.
- Use any mild to hot salsa or homemade salsa depending on preferred spice level.
- Mix-ins like jalapeños, olives, diced tomatoes, red onion, or cilantro can be added to customize the dip.
- To serve hot, gently cook the dip mixture in a saucepan until smooth and melted, then stir in shredded cheese until softened.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 200 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 200 | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 646mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1160IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 149mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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