Description
Spicy “jalapeno popper dip” brings creamy, cheesy comfort with a kick of heat that dances across taste buds. Crispy breadcrumb topping and rich cream cheese blend create an irresistible appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8 oz / 226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 (4 oz / 113 g) can chopped green chilies, drained
- 1 (4 oz / 113 g) can diced jalapeno peppers, drained (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup Panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mixture Creation: Blend cream cheese, mayonnaise, green chilies, jalapenos, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Assembly: Evenly spread the creamy mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring a uniform layer.
- Topping Preparation: Combine Panko bread crumbs, additional Parmesan cheese, and melted butter in a separate bowl to create a crunchy, golden topping.
- Baking: Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the dip and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges that indicate the dip is heated through.
- Serving: Allow the dip to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then serve alongside tortilla chips, crisp crackers, or toasted baguette slices for a delightful appetizer experience.
Notes
- Seed and remove jalapeno membranes for milder heat, or keep them for extra kick. Choose pepper variety based on personal spice tolerance.
- Ensure cream cheese is completely softened at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing and even blending of ingredients.
- Toast Panko crumbs briefly before adding to topping for extra crunchiness and deeper golden color without burning.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and mix ingredients thoroughly to maintain creamy consistency and prevent oil separation during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg