Warm Jalapeño White Cheddar Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
2 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
125 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Warm Jalapeño White Cheddar Dip
Description
The recipe starts by combining shredded white cheddar cheese with corn starch to stabilize the cheese as it melts. Half and half and mayonnaise create a smooth, creamy base that transforms with microwave heating. Cumin and onion powder add depth and warmth to the flavor profile.
After melting, chopped red bell pepper and jalapeños are stirred in, adding texture and layered spiciness that can be adjusted by quantity. The mixture can be thinned with additional half and half if necessary. The dip’s creamy, mildly spicy nature suits casual snacking or appetizer servings.
Serve the dip warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping. Its smooth texture holds well during serving and provides a pleasant balance of heat, dairy richness, and savory spice. Adjust jalapeño and crushed red pepper amounts to tailor spiciness to preference.
Notes imply additional detail and tips for preparation and make-ahead storage are available, which can help enhance textures or allow for early preparation before serving.
Ingredients
- 8- ounce White Cheddar Cheese good quality, block
- 2 teaspoons corn starch
- 6 tablespoons half and half more for thinning, or whole milk
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 3 tablespoons red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1-3 tablespoons jalapeño finely minced
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Coarsely grate the white cheddar cheese. Combine the grated cheese and corn starch in a large microwave-safe bowl. Toss with a fork to combine.
- Add the half and half, mayonnaise, cumin and onion powder and stir to combine.
- Microwave on high power for about 1 minute, until cheese is mostly melted. Stir well and return to microwave for 1 more minute. Stir until all cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add red peppers, 1-2 tablespoons of the jalapeños and crushed red pepper. Stir to combine. Add a little more half and half if the mixture is too thick. Taste and add more jalapeños and/or crushed red pepper if more heat is desired. Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control the dip's spiciness.
- If the dip becomes too thick, thin it with additional half and half or whole milk.
- May be prepared ahead of time; reheat gently to maintain smooth texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 165mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 405IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 173mg | 17% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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