Bubbling Cauldron Hot Cheese Dip

Transform your gathering into a magical feast with this irresistible Bubbling Cauldron Hot Cheese Dip—a creamy, cheesy masterpiece that’s perfect for parties, game days, or Halloween festivities! Loaded with four types of cheese—cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan—this indulgent dip is seasoned with garlic, onion powder, and a hint of chili flakes for a subtle kick. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes, it delivers an ooey-gooey texture that’s best enjoyed with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or fresh veggie sticks. For a spooky twist, serve it in a black cast-iron pot to mimic a bubbling witch’s cauldron, making it the ultimate showstopper for your Halloween spread. With minimal prep time and bold, comforting flavors, this hot cheese dip will be the highlight of your snack table.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Diced green onions
• 1 side Tortilla chips, bread, or vegetable sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sour cream. Stir until well blended.

Step 3

Add garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Mix thoroughly until the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Transfer the cheese mixture into an oven-safe baking dish or small cast-iron skillet. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling around the edges, and lightly golden on top.

Step 6

Remove from oven and sprinkle the diced green onions over the top for added flavor and color.

Step 7

Serve hot with tortilla chips, bread, or vegetable sticks for dipping. For an extra spooky touch for Halloween, serve in a black cast-iron pot to mimic a bubbling cauldron.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	923 grams (923.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2965

Total Fat 250.90g	322%
Saturated Fat 155.10g	776%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 740mg	247%
Sodium 4591mg	200%
Total Carbohydrate 66.30g	24%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 26.50g
Protein 140.10g	280%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 3852mg	296%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 584mg	12%

*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: 73.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 8.6%