Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
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Baked Jalapeño Popper Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with just the right amount of heat, this easy dip is perfect for parties, game days, or any occasion. Serve it warm with chips, crackers, or veggies, and watch it disappear in no time.
This easy, flavorful jalapeño popper dip is the perfect appetizer recipe for ringing in the new year, watching the big game, or family gatherings. Hosting a crowd? Pair it with other favorites like Beer Cheese Dip, Cheesy Lasagna Dip, and Spinach Dip for a spread everyone will love!
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Why We Love Jalapeno Popper Dip
- Easier than making jalapeño poppers. This jalapeño popper dip recipe comes together incredibly quickly and delivers all of the flavors of jalapeno poppers with minimal effort compared to the classic appetizer.
- Completely customizable. From the heat level to the flavor profile, there’s no shortage of ways to customize this cheesy dip.
- Making it ahead is a cinch. If you want to prep this easy appetizer before your party, just make it and pop it in the fridge until you’re ready to bake and serve.
- Versatile. Offering this delicious dip as an appetizer is the obvious way to serve it but you can also repurpose it as a topping for chicken breasts or pork chops or jazz up sandwiches or wraps by using it as a spread.
What You Need To Make This Jalapeño Popper Dip
This dip comes together with simple, everyday ingredients that create the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and zesty flavors, making it a breeze to prepare.
For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Can Of Diced Jalapenos, well-drained
- Cream Cheese, softened
- Sour Cream
- Garlic Powder
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Breadcrumb Topping
- Panko Bread Crumbs
- Butter, melted
- Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh Parsley, minced
- Optional – Chopped Fresh Parsley To Garnish
Simple Jalapeño Popper Dip Directions.
In just a few simple steps you can whip up this easy jalapeno popper dip that’s sure to wow a crowd! Be sure to have plenty of chips, baguette slices, pretzels, pita chips, and veggies on hand for dipping.
When you are making this recipe, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
- Mix cream cheese, garlic powder, and sour cream until fluffy. Add cheddar, Parmesan, and jalapeños, and blend well.
- Spread into a baking dish.
- Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over the dip
- Place the dish in the oven and bake until golden brown and the cheese becomes bubbly.
- Let it cool briefly before serving with savory dippers.
Dip Storage Suggestions
This baked dip stores well covered in the fridge so you can make it and munch on it throughout the week.
How Do I Store Leftover Jalapeno Dip
Cover the leftover dip with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat it in intervals in the microwave or place it in an oven set to 375° F for about 10-15 minutes.
Freeze
Place the dip in a freezer-safe container and store it in the freezer for up to 1 month. Allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight. Mix and add the topping right before baking.
Variations
- Heat – Adjust the spiciness by using mild or hot jalapenos.
- Fresh Jalapeños – Substitute fresh jalapenos for canned by roasting half a dozen jalapenos until they soften. Then, take out the seeds and the membranes.
- Buffalo-style – Add a little extra heat with buffalo sauce.
- Yogurt – Replace the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.
- Topping – Swap out some or all of the bread crumbs with crushed tortilla chips, butter crackers, or French-fried onions.
- Cheese – Try using other cheeses like gouda or pepper jack.
- Veggies – Boost the nutrients by adding vegetables like diced bell peppers, roasted corn, or green onions.
- Meat – Add browned chorizo, cooked bacon bits, or browned ground beef for more protein.
Kitchen Notes + Tips
- Make the dip ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until just before it’s time to bake it. Give it 15-30 minutes to come to room temperature before putting it in the oven.
- Add the crunchy topping to the dip just before baking to avoid sogginess.
- Grate your own cheese instead of using bagged shredded cheese for the best flavor.
If you’re serving a large group, you may want to serve a few more hot and cold appetizers. You can’t go wrong with Sheet Pan Nachos, Buffalo Chicken Dip, Guacamole, and pico de Gallo. Oh, and don’t forget a dessert dip, The Best Cannoli Dip is always a hit!
Looking for the perfect drink to go with your Jalapeño Popper Dip? Try pairing it with a Spicy Ranch Water, Beer Margarita, or a zesty Paloma. For a fun twist, a Sangria Mexican Mule will complement the dip’s flavors perfectly!
We hope you enjoy this Jalapeño Popper Dip as much as we do! It’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering—creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor!
Easy Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
Serve this creamy, cheesy Baked Jalapeño Popper Dip warm for the perfect spicy, crowd-pleasing snack! Pair it with chips, crackers, or veggies for the ultimate dipper experience!
Ingredients
For Dip
- 4 ounces can diced jalapenos, well drained
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
For Topping
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 4 Tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley minced
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Optional - chopped fresh parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish and set aside.
- Using an electric mixer, cream together the cream cheese, garlic powder and sour cream until fluffy. Add cheddar cheese, ¾ cup Parmesan cheese, and jalapenos and continue mixing until well blended.
- Spread into a prepared baking dish.
- In a small mixing bowl combine the topping ingredients and sprinkle over the top of the dip mixture in baking dish (you can use clean hands for sprinkling).
- Bake 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly then serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or baguette slices for dipping.
Notes
STORAGE
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. To reheat, microwave the dip in a microwave-safe bowl on high for 30-60 seconds, or until warmed through. Or in a 375° F oven for 10-15 minutes.
You can prep this dip a day ahead. Just cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. For the best texture, prepare the topping just before baking to keep it crispy. If the dip is cold from the fridge, let it come to room temperature or add 5-10 extra minutes to the bake time.
Use mild or hot canned jalapenos depending on how spicy you want the dip.
If you prefer, you can use fresh jalapenos. Simply roast 4-6 jalapenos until tender.
Remove seeds and membranes if you want the dip to be on the mild side.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 281Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 398mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 10g
Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin, and freshness of ingredients used and are just estimates. We encourage, especially if these numbers are important to you, to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.
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