Jalapeno Dip

This Jalapeno dip is creamy, spicy, cheesy and easy - No bacon or sausage! This favorite party appetizer has never failed to impress. Assemble ahead and bake just before you'd like to serve.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword creamy jalapeno dip, jalapeno cheese dip, jalapeno cream cheese dip, jalapeno dip

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 144kcal

Author Maria Doss

Ingredients

One 8-ounce block cream cheese at room temperature
One 4-ounce can diced jalapeños drain well
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup mayonnaise
⅛ to ¼ teaspoon salt
1 large scallion finely chopped
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh jalapeno slices for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F and have a 6-inch cast iron skillet or any similar size baking pan ready.
Add softened cream cheese into a medium bowl and beat with an electric beater until light and creamy.
Add drained jalapenos, cheddar, mayo, salt and scallion. Beat for 10 to 20 seconds to thoroughly combine.
Spread mixture into the skillet or baking pan, sprinkle mozzarella on top and then sliced jalapenos.
Bake for 18 to 23 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
Serve hot with your favorite chips.

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Notes

Cream cheese - Use block-style cream cheese and not from a tub.

Adjust spice level - Canned jalapenos are available in various spice levels, ranging from mild to medium or hot. Choose the spice level that suits your preference.

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