Awesome Yummy Monterey Jack Dip

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Awesome Yummy Monterey Jack Dip! Packed with creamy Monterey Jack cheese, tangy sour cream, and a rich blend of spices, this baked dip delivers the perfect balance of indulgence and bold flavors. The addition of diced green chiles and fresh jalapeño provides a subtle kick, while optional cilantro adds a fresh finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this warm and cheesy dip is bubbling with goodness and guaranteed to be the star of your next gathering. Serve it with crispy tortilla chips or crackers, and watch it disappear in minutes. Perfect for game days, parties, or a cozy snack night—you won’t be able to resist this cheesy delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 4-ounce can Diced green chiles, drained
• 1 medium Jalapeño, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 package Tortilla chips or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir until well blended.

Step 3

Mix in the drained diced green chiles and finely chopped jalapeño for a bit of heat.

Step 4

Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and slightly golden brown.

Step 7

Carefully remove the dish from the oven and allow the dip to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro on top for added flavor and color, if desired.

Step 9

Serve the dip warm with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	548 grams (548.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1856

Total Fat 130.10g	167%
Saturated Fat 55.00g	275%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 251mg	84%
Sodium 3446mg	150%
Total Carbohydrate 159.40g	58%
Dietary Fiber 16.70g	60%
Total Sugars 12.00g
Protein 31.20g	62%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407mg	31%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 789mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 33.0%