Description

This Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Featuring roasted jalapeños blended with smooth cream cheese and sharp white cheddar, this dip offers a flavorful kick balanced by smoky chili powder and aromatic cumin. Serve it chilled with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers for an irresistible snack everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Roasted Jalapeños

6 roasted jalapeños, peeled and chopped

Cheese and Dairy

16 oz cream cheese, softened
6 oz white cheddar, shredded

Spices and Seasonings

1 tbsp chili powder or smoked paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chili flakes, for topping

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Instructions

Roast Jalapeños: Preheat your oven or broiler to high. Place the jalapeños on a baking sheet and roast them until the skins are blackened and blistered. Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then peel off the skins and chop the peppers finely.
Combine Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, add the chopped jalapeños, softened cream cheese, shredded white cheddar, chili powder (or smoked paprika), garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. This combination ensures a balanced spicy and creamy flavor base.
Blend to Smoothness: Blend all the ingredients together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. This texture allows the flavors to meld perfectly and makes the dip easy to spread or scoop.
Serve and Garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, sprinkle with chili flakes for an extra kick and appealing look. Serve with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers immediately, or chill briefly for a thicker consistency.

Notes

For extra heat, include some seeds from the jalapeños when chopping.
If you prefer a milder dip, remove all seeds and veins from the jalapeños before roasting.
Smoked paprika can substitute chili powder to add a smoky flavor instead of pure heat.
This dip can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; let it come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Feel free to serve with assorted veggies or crackers for variety.