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Jalapeno Popper Dip

Creamy Jalapeno Popper Dip That Will Wow Your Guests

This creamy Jalapeno Popper Dip blends cheesy goodness and zesty heat, making it a must-try appetizer for every gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or pepper jack
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese or mozzarella
  • 2 medium Jalapeno Peppers diced
  • 4 slices Bacon crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions
For the Crispy Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, diced jalapenos, and crumbled bacon. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Transfer the dip mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  4. Melt the unsalted butter and mix with panko breadcrumbs until coated.
  5. Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly over the dip and press down gently.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Remove from oven, optionally garnish with bacon and green onions. Serve warm with chips or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Customize cheese for different flavors and control spice level by adjusting jalapeno quantity.

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