Description
A warm, creamy, and spicy cheesy jalapeño popper dip that’s perfect for parties and casual gatherings. This dip balances creamy, spicy, and cheesy flavors with roasted jalapeños and crispy bacon for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 3–4 medium jalapeños, roasted and seeded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place jalapeños on a baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until skins blister and blacken slightly. Remove, let cool, peel skins, and remove seeds for milder heat.
- On the same baking sheet, bake bacon slices until crisp, about 10-15 minutes. Let cool and crumble.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in shredded cheddar, mozzarella, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in roasted and chopped jalapeños and crumbled bacon, reserving some bacon for topping.
- Spread mixture evenly in an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking dish. Sprinkle reserved bacon and cheese bits on top.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. If top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Notes
Roast jalapeños to tame heat and add smoky flavor. Soften cream cheese before mixing for smooth texture. Watch bacon closely to avoid burning. Let dip rest after baking to thicken. Freshly shred cheese for best melt quality. Adjust jalapeño seeds to control spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¼ cup (60 g)
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 8
Keywords: jalapeño popper dip, cheesy dip, party dip, appetizer, spicy dip, bacon dip, creamy dip