Description
A delicious creamy dip combining cheeses and flavors, perfect for parties or a snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup diced tomatoes, fresh or canned
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1–2 jalapeños, diced (optional, for spice)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Let the cream cheese come to room temperature to ensure it melts smoothly without lumps.
- Grate the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses and mix them into the softened cream cheese until fully blended for a creamy, cheesy base.
- Stir in the diced green chiles, tomatoes, jalapeños (if using), garlic powder, and onion powder to bring out bold Mexican flavors.
- Place the mixture in a saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until all the cheeses are melted and the dip reaches a smooth consistency.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for freshness and color before serving.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on spice preference.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg