Jalapeno Popper Cream Cheese Dip (Printable)

Creamy, spicy dip with jalapeños and melted cheeses baked to golden perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

→ Peppers

07 - 4 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped, reserve one for garnish

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
10 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Topping

12 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
13 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# How-to Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
03 - Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
04 - In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
05 - Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the dip.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the dip is bubbly around the edges.
07 - Remove from oven and garnish with reserved chopped jalapeño and fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • You get all the crave-worthy flavors of jalapeño poppers without the tedious stuffing work
  • The crispy panko topping stays perfectly crunchy while the underneath stays impossibly creamy
02 -
  • Cream cheese that's still cold will leave tiny lumps in your dip that never fully disappear
  • Let the dip rest for about 5 minutes after baking so it sets up slightly and isn't too runny
03 -
  • Broil the dip for the last 2 minutes if you want extra crunch on that topping
  • Roasting the jalapeños first adds a smoky sweetness that balances the heat beautifully

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