Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
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Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
Description
Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe blends softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar, and Parmesan with fresh jalapenos and garlic. The mixture is seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional spices like paprika, cayenne, and cumin for extra depth. Spread in a baking dish and topped with a mixture of melted butter, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and garlic powder, then garnished with jalapeno slices. Baking at 350°F for 15 minutes creates a bubbling, cheesy dip with a crunchy topping.
The combination of creaminess from the cheeses and the spicy heat of the jalapenos provides a balanced texture and flavor. The crisp panko topping contrasts nicely with the smooth dip underneath. This dish works well as a party appetizer or snack, easily served warm alongside chips or crackers for dipping.
Adding crumbled bacon can enhance richness and add a smoky touch. The dip is best enjoyed fresh from the oven to retain the contrast between creamy and crunchy textures.
Ingredients
- 1 8- ounce cream cheese softened, package
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream or crema
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 4 jalapeno pepper chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
OPTIONAL SEASONINGS (THOUGH HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
- ½ teaspoon cumin
FOR THE TOPPING
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 cup panko
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 1 jalapeño sliced into rings
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, chopped jalapenos, garlic and salt and pepper.
- Add optional seasonings if desired, though highly recommended.
- Stir it all together to combine.
- Spread it into a large baking dish.
- For the topping, combine melted butter with panko, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Stir it up and spread over the popper dip mixture.
- Top with jalapeno slices.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- Remove and serve with chips or crackers.
Notes
- Crumbled bacon can be added to the dip mixture before baking to introduce a smoky, savory flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 558 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 558kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 50g | 77% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 768mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1635IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 14.6mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 406mg | 41% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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