Olive Cheese Dip
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3.8
Olive Cheese Dip
Description
The Olive Cheese Dip features a creamy base of softened cream cheese and shredded Monterey jack cheese combined with mayonnaise to enrich the texture. Chopped green and black olives add briny complexity and contrasting textures, while fresh minced garlic and red pepper flakes introduce a subtle heat and aromatic depth. Baking this mixture in the oven until the cheese melts thoroughly produces a warm, gooey dip with a lightly crisped top layer.
This dip is straightforward to prepare and works well as a crowd-pleasing starter or casual snack. It pairs nicely with crunchy crackers or chips, offering a mix of creamy and salty flavors balanced by a touch of spice. The olives provide a distinctive Mediterranean twist, making the dish distinctive compared to plain cheese dips.
Since the dip contains dairy ingredients, it is best served warm soon after baking for optimal texture. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and gently reheated to maintain creaminess. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to preference if a milder dip is desired.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 2 cups Monterey jack cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup green olives diced
- 1 cup black olives diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes or less for more mild
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir well to combine.
- Spread into a small baking dish and bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the dish is hot.
- Serve with crackers or chips, for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 552mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 63mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 685IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 173mg | 17% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.8
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