Irresistible Jalapeño Popper Dip for Your Game Day Bash
This jalapeño popper dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer packed with cheesy goodness and a spicy kick.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing bowl
- oven-proof dish
Ingredients
For the Dip
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1/3 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
- 1/3 cup Sour Cream or additional Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
- 2 Jalapeños seeds removed; roast for extra flavor
- 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 1.5 cups Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
- Kosher Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- Bacon cooked and chopped; can substitute with turkey bacon
For Serving
- Tortilla Chips
- Veggie Sticks
- Toasted Baguette Slices
Instructions
Steps
- Cook Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy. Once done, chop it into small pieces and set aside for later.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, most of the chopped bacon, jalapeños, and 1 cup of each cheese. Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer Mixture: Spoon the mixture into an oven-proof dish, smoothing it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheese, jalapeños, and bacon on top.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes or until it’s golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Once out of the oven, let it cool slightly before serving warm with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions for added color and flavor. Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 3 days.