Jalapeno Popper Cream Cheese (Print View)
A creamy blend of cheeses and jalapenos baked with a crunchy topping for flavorful bites.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Vegetables
07 - 3-4 fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely diced
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/4 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Topping
13 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Fold in diced jalapenos and green onions until evenly distributed. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a small bowl, mix melted butter, panko breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the dip surface.
05 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until the dip is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown.
06 - Let cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with extra jalapeno slices and green onions if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything you love about jalapeno poppers without the tedious stuffing work
- The creamy interior contrasts perfectly with that buttery, golden crust
- It comes together in 15 minutes and feeds a crowd effortlessly
02 -
- I once forgot to seed the jalapenos properly and my husband couldn't eat more than two bites
- The topping burns quickly so check at 20 minutes if your oven runs hot
03 -
- Wear gloves when dicing jalapenos because the oils stay on your fingers for hours
- A light coating of cooking spray on your measuring spoon helps the sour cream slide right out