Jalapeno Popper Dip Cream Cheese (Printable)
Creamy, spicy dip combining cream cheese, jalapenos, cheddar, and mozzarella baked to golden perfection.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ Vegetables
06 - 3-4 fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely diced
07 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
→ Spices & Seasonings
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 tsp salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Topping
12 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
13 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
03 - Fold in diced jalapenos and green onions. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a small bowl, mix melted butter, panko breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the dip.
05 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbling and golden on top.
06 - Let cool slightly. Garnish with extra jalapeno slices and green onions if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It delivers all the jalapeno popper flavor you crave without the fiddly prep work
- The crispy panko topping creates this incredible texture contrast that keeps everyone coming back for just one more bite
02 -
- I once forgot to soften the cream cheese and ended up with tiny lumps throughout the dip, so don't skip that step
- Letting the dip rest for those few minutes after baking makes a huge difference in how well it scoops
03 -
- Grating your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded makes it melt so much better
- Pop the baking dish under the broiler for the last minute if the topping needs more color