Elevate your holiday gatherings with our irresistible Jalapeño Popper Dip! Perfect combo of creamy-cheesy goodness, diced jalapeños, and a golden breadcrumb crust, that makes this dip a party essential. Share the warmth of the season with every scoop.
This dip is absolutely incredible and it took a lot of willpower to stop eating it. You can pair it with anything you’d like and nobody will judge you!
Want to make the most amazing Jalapeño Popper Dip? Follow our process!
If you’re looking for a simple dip that tastes amazing, then you’re in the right place. This Jalapeno Popper Dip is second to none. It’s such a delightful fusion of creamy and spicy flavors and what makes this recipe so appealing is that combination. Cream Cheese dominates this one, but the addition of sour cream, cheddar, and parmesan make it what it is.
Can’t forget the roasted jalapenos, either. The rich and tangy taste of the heat from the peppers adds a flavor profile that you’re longing for. It works so well with any kind of food and you can’t forget this one during any game days! You can serve it with crispy baguette slices, crackers, or chips! It’ll definitely be a hit at your next big gathering! Try it tonight!
Tips on Making The Best Jalapeño Popper Dip
Quality Ingredients: Start by using some fresh, high quality ingredients because you will not regret it. Use ripe jalapeños, awesomely flavorful cheese, and the creamiest of sour creams/cheese you can get your hands on. It will make a world of difference in flavors.
Roasting Your Jalapeños: Make an effort to watch your jalapeños while they’re roasting so you can make sure they’re perfect. This is a crucial step for the flavor. Evenly char them to bring out that perfect smokiness you’ll need for this Jalapeño Popper Dip!
Balance The Heat: This is your chance to adjust the spiciness of your Jalapeño Popper Dip. Use however many jalapeños you want, the more you use, the spicier it’ll be. Deseed them more if you want a milder spiciness, but for extra heat, keep those seeds in there!
Textures: Try and aim for a smooth and creamy texture for your Jalapeño Popper Dip. Get the cream cheese as soft as possible so you can thoroughly mix it in with the other ingredients and that way you can avoid having the annoying lumps.
Baking Time: Keep an eye out for this as while it’s baking, you’re trying to achieve the perfect golden-brown crust. This all depends on the oven that you’re using so you will have to adjust the baking time slightly to prevent any burning. Keep an eye out for bubbling around the edges and a golden brown top. Then it’s ready!
Complimentary Dippers: If you’re bringing this to a gathering of some sort, then be sure to bring those complimentary dippers! Pair it with some Baguette Slices, Crackers or Chips
Ingredients
- 4-6 fresh Jalapeños (roasted and diced)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese (divided)
- 4 tbsp butter (melted)
- ½ cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tbsp Dried Parsley
- 1/2 tbsp Italian Seasoning
- Baguette Slices, Crackers or Chips
Instructions
Start by halving and deseeding jalapeños.
Broil until the skin blackens, cool, and peel off the outer skin.
Dice the jalapeños and set them aside. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Combine melted butter, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, dried parsley, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; set aside.
In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and diced jalapeños.
In a cast iron skillet or 8×8 baking pan, layer the jalapeño mixture, topped with the breadcrumb blend.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Serve with baked Baguette Slices, Crackers or Chips and enjoy!
We tried so hard not to eat this all in one sitting but it’s impossible! You’ll want to make sure you share with some friends or plan to do some extra workouts that week. This Jalapeño Popper Dip is going to be your new favorite recipe to show off to your friends and family!
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
REFRIGERATION
Jalapeño Popper Dip can be stored in airtight containers for 2-3 days after being made. Be sure to consume within those 2-3 days.
USE AIRTIGHT CONTAINERS
We highly recommend using airtight containers such as Skroam’s 10 Pack Glass Containers because glass is best!
SEPARATION
Store the dip separately if possible to make sure the Jalapeño Popper Dip maintains its texture and integrity.
FREEZING
Jalapeño Popper Dip can be frozen which will allow for longer storage. Cool completely first and then place into a freezer safe container. Use within 2 months for the best possible taste but keep in mind this will affect texture.
REHEATING
Use a microwave if you need to but we recommend you use the steamer again to gently reheat the Jalapeño Popper Dip.
You know what would go great with this recipe?? A delicious Homemade Grimace Shake
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, you can easily adjust the spice level by controlling the number of jalapeños used and whether you include the seeds. For a milder dip, deseed the jalapeños and/or reduce the quantity used. For extra heat, leave some or all of the seeds intact.
You certainly can. You can prepare the dip up to a day in advance. Simply cover it tightly and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake it. Just be aware that you may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time if the dip is cold from the fridge.
If you prefer a gluten-free version of the dip, you can substitute the breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or even finely chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans. This will still provide a delicious crunchy topping.
Jalapeño Popper Dip can be frozen which will allow for longer storage. Cool completely first and then place into a freezer safe container. Use within 2 months for the best possible taste but keep in mind this will affect texture.
If you do not have a cast iron skillet, then you can use any oven-safe baking dishes. A glass or ceramic baking dish would work. Just make sure it’s about 8×8 inches for even baking.
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Jalapeño Popper Dip
Ingredients
- 4-6 Fresh Jalapeños, roasted and diced
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
- 4 tbsp Butter, melted
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tbsp Dried Parsley
- 1/2 tbsp Italian Seasoning
- Baguette Slices, Crackers or Chips
Instructions
- Start by halving and deseeding jalapeños.
- Broil until the skin blackens, cool, and peel off the outer skin.
- Dice the jalapeños and set them aside. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Combine melted butter, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, dried parsley, and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and diced jalapeños.
- In a cast iron skillet or 8×8 baking pan, layer the jalapeño mixture, topped with the breadcrumb blend.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve with baked baguette slices, crackers, or chips and enjoy!
I made this recipe for Christmas Eve, and it was a huge hit! My family (myself included!) is pretty wimpy when it comes to spice. So, I made a double batch, but used the same amount of jalapeños for a single batch and it was the perfect amount of heat for everyone. Also, the breadcrumbs are great on top! I’m totally going to use that breadcrumb combo to top my artichoke dip the next time I make it 🙂 We served Halfgan’s jalapeño popper dip with veggies and pita chips, and we’ll definitely be making this again! Thanks for a good crowd pleaser!
Great to hear! Glad you liked it 🙂