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    Jalapeño Popper Dip

    Published: Aug 22, 2019 · Modified: May 3, 2021 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 651 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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    Jalapeño Popper Dip by The Toasty Kitchen
    Jalapeño Popper Dip by The Toasty Kitchen
    Jalapeño Popper Dip by The Toasty Kitchen

    Jalapeño Popper Dip is a spicy and flavorful hot cheese dip that's perfect for your next party. This creamy appetizer is filled with jalapeños and topped with a crunchy panko crust.

    Jalapeño dip on a wood counter top with tortilla chips.

    Looking for a fun and easy appetizer for your next get together? This crowd-pleasing and cheesy jalapeño popper dip is easy to make and filled with flavor. You may want to make a double batch - it will go fast!

    This recipe is incredibly simple to make - you only need 8 ingredients, and they're all easy to find at your local grocery store!

    This creamy, cheesy dip is perfect for tailgating, Sunday football parties, and as an easy appetizer for any party.

    Ingredients and substitutions

    Ingredients for Jalapeño Popper Dip.

    Low fat or regular cream cheese and sour cream can be used in this recipe if desired.

    Your cream cheese will need to be room temperature, so set this out on the counter an hour before you plan to assemble your dip.

    Panko bread crumbs can be substituted with regular bread crumbs or crushed butter crackers (like Ritz brand) instead.

    Sharp cheddar cheese can be substituted with pepper jack cheese or monterey jack cheese.

    When preparing your jalapeños, optionally remove the seeds and membrane inside. The membrane is where most of the heat comes from in a jalapeño, so you can remove or not according to your taste preferences.

    Mixing and spreading dip into a baking dish.

    Baking dish

    For this recipe, you'll need a baking dish that's about 2 quarts in size. I used a Pyrex 2.2 quart oblong baking dish. It's 11x7, which in my opinion gives you the best dip to crust ratio.

    This dip would also work well in a 9x9 square baking dish.

    Keep in mind that if you use a deeper dish with less real estate on top, you may want to cut your panko crust ingredients in half.

    Tortilla chip in dip.

    Make ahead

    Want to make your dip ahead? Simply assemble, cover, and refrigerate overnight. When you're ready, uncover and bake as directed, until the center of the dip is hot and bubbling.

    What to serve with jalapeño popper dip

    Jalapeño popper dip should be served hot or warm, within 10-15 minutes of being removed from the oven. What should you serve alongside your dip? Here are a few ideas:

    • Tortilla chips
    • Pretzels
    • Potato chips
    • Pork rinds
    • Crackers
    • Celery
    • Bell pepper wedges
    • carrot sticks
    Jalapeño dip on a wood counter top with tortilla chips.
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    5 from 2 reviews

    Jalapeño Popper Dip

    Jalapeño Popper Dip is a spicy and flavorful hot cheese dip that's perfect for your next party. This creamy appetizer is filled with jalapeños and topped with a crunchy panko crust.
    Prep Time10 minutes
    Cook Time25 minutes
    Total Time35 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 346kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 4 jalapeños, minced
    • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
    • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
    • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • In a bowl, add cream cheese, sour cream, minced jalapeños, cheddar cheese, and minced garlic. Stir and mash until well combined. Spread into an 11x7 or 9x9 baking dish.
    • In a small bowl, add panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and melted butter. Stir until combined. Sprinkle evenly over cream cheese layer.
    • Bake for 25-28 minutes, or until middle is hot and bubbling. Top should be lightly browned. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

    Equipment Recommendations

    • 11x7 Glass Dish
    • Red Spoonula Set
    • Pyrex Liquid Measuring Cups
    • Dry Measuring Cups

    Notes

    • An 11x7 or 9x9 baking dish would be ideal for this recipe. If using a deeper dish with less space on top, consider halving your panko bread topping.
    • Dish is best served hot or warm, within 10-15 minutes of removing from oven.
    • Want to make your dip ahead? Simply assemble, cover, and refrigerate overnight. When you're ready, uncover and bake as directed, until the center of the dip is hot and bubbling.
    • Serve with tortilla chips, pretzels, potato chips, crackers, celery, bell pepper wedges, carrots, or pork rinds. 
    • To make this dish keto-friendly, omit the panko crust and instead sprinkle with parmesan and cheddar cheeses before baking.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 402mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1074IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 303mg | Iron: 1mg
    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: American

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