EASY Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: colby cheese

Colby cheese is often less expensive and melts well.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Plain yogurt is a cost-effective substitute with similar tang.

Soften 16 ounces of cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature or microwaving for 30 seconds.

Add the softened cream cheese to a large mixing bowl.

Add 1 cup of mayonnaise to the bowl with the cream cheese.

Blend the cream cheese and mayonnaise together using a hand mixer until smooth.

Add a combination of shredded mozzarella, colby jack, and mexican cheese to the mixture.

Open a 4-ounce can of diced green chilies, drain the liquid, and add it to the bowl.

Add spices: cumin, paprika, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and ground black pepper to the mixture.

Crumble 7 strips of cooked bacon and add them to the bowl.

Dice about 4 ounces of jalapenos (fresh or from a jar) and add them to the mixture.

Stir and mash the mixture to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Scoop the combined dip into a 9 by 9 inch baking dish and smooth it out into an even layer.

Top the dip with additional shredded cheese and crumbled bacon if desired.

Bake in the oven at 350°F for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Scoop the dip into a serving bowl and serve with tortilla chips, ritz crackers, carrots, or celery.

Cooking Techniques

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