🔥 Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
Smoky, creamy, and spicy—perfect with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
🧾 Ingredients:
- 6 roasted jalapeños (adjust based on spice preference)
- 2 blocks (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp chili powder or smoked paprika (for a smoky kick)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes, for garnish (optional)
🔪 Instructions:
- Roast the Jalapeños:
- Place jalapeños under a broiler or over an open flame until skins are blistered and blackened.
- Transfer to a bowl, cover, and let steam for 5–10 minutes.
- Peel off the skins, remove stems and seeds (leave some seeds if you like it spicier), and chop roughly.
- Combine the Dip:
- In a food processor or blender, add the chopped jalapeños, softened cream cheese, white cheddar, chili powder or smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish & Serve:
- Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle chili flakes on top.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita chips, or veggie sticks.
- Optional: warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes for a hot dip.
✅ Tips:
- Want more heat? Add a fresh jalapeño or a dash of cayenne.
- Make it ahead and chill—it’s great cold or at room temp.
- Try it as a spread in wraps or on burgers!
Let me know if you want a baked version, a vegan alternative, or to scale the recipe!