Description
This creamy, cheesy dip is the perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Made with a blend of cheddar cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and a kick of jalapeños and green onions, it bakes to bubbly, golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies for a delicious snack that’s sure to make you famous among your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
Flavorings
- 1/2 cup diced green onions
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip evenly and thoroughly.
- Mix Cheese Base: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even distribution of cheeses.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the diced green onions, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors uniformly throughout the dip.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour or spoon the dip mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly for consistent baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown, indicating it’s perfectly cooked and ready to serve.
- Serve Warm: Remove the dip from the oven, let it cool slightly, then serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a milder dip, reduce or omit the jalapeños.
- Use full-fat dairy for the creamiest texture.
- To make it spicier, add extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, then baked just before serving.
- Pair with assorted chips, crackers, or fresh cut veggies like carrots and bell peppers for variety.
