Spicy & Creamy Jalapeno Dream Dip Recipe
This Spicy & Creamy Jalapeno Dream Dip is a flavorful and tangy treat combining cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, and both fresh and pickled jalapenos for a perfect balance of creamy and spicy. Ideal as a party appetizer or snack, it’s easy to prepare, requiring no cooking and ready to serve chilled with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Spices & Flavorings
- 2–3 fresh jalapenos, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnishes & Serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for serving
Instructions
- Combine creamy ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise together using a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese thoroughly until it is evenly incorporated into the creamy mixture.
- Mix in jalapenos and seasonings: Add the finely chopped fresh jalapenos, chopped pickled jalapenos, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and season the dip with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything well to combine all flavors evenly.
- Adjust texture and spice level: For a chunkier dip, leave some jalapenos roughly chopped or whole; otherwise, continue mixing until you achieve your desired consistency. Taste the dip and add more jalapenos or seasoning if you prefer it spicier or more flavorful.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, give the dip a good stir. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve chilled alongside tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- You can adjust the number of fresh jalapenos based on your heat preference.
- For a milder dip, remove the seeds from the jalapenos before chopping.
- Pickled jalapenos add a tangy flavor, but you can omit or substitute with another pickled pepper if preferred.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead; just keep it refrigerated until serving.
- Try serving with assorted crudités like carrot sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips for a healthier option.
- To reduce fat content, try using light cream cheese and sour cream varieties.
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