The Perfect Party Dip! Jalapeno Popper Dip

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.

In a mixing bowl, add 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.

Add 1/2 cup of Duke's mayonnaise to the bowl.

Add 1/2 cup of sour cream to the mixture.

Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Add 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese to the bowl.

Chop and add 4 jalapenos to the mixture.

Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the bowl.

If desired, add 1 habanero pepper for extra heat.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Mix all ingredients together until creamy.

Add 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mixture.

Add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of granulated onion or onion powder.

Add 1 teaspoon of Mexican oregano to the mixture.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground cumin.

Mix all the seasonings into the dip until well combined.

Transfer the jalapeno mixture into an 8x10 baking dish and spread it evenly.

In a separate bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of butter.

Add 1 cup of panko bread crumbs to the melted butter.

Add 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese to the panko.

Add 1 teaspoon of granulated garlic to the mixture.

Mix the topping ingredients together until slightly crumbly.

Spread the panko topping evenly over the jalapeno dip.

Top the dip with sliced jalapenos to your preference.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bake the dip in the oven for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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