Hot Cheese Spread

Indulge in the gooey, irresistible decadence of Hot Cheese Spread, the perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering! This creamy baked dip combines a trio of cheeses—cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack—blended with tangy sour cream and a medley of savory spices like garlic, onion, and paprika. Baked to golden perfection, this warm cheese dip is topped with fresh chives for a burst of color and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal appetizer for parties, game days, or cozy nights in. Serve it with crunchy crackers, crusty baguette slices, or crisp veggies for dipping, and watch it disappear in minutes. Whether you're looking for an easy party dip or a cheesy comfort food recipe, this Hot Cheese Spread is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chives, finely chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and sour cream. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 3

Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir thoroughly.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and slightly golden around the edges.

Step 6

Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped chives on top for garnish.

Step 8

Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	691.7 grams (691.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2156

Total Fat 196.30g	252%
Saturated Fat 120.40g	602%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 564mg	188%
Sodium 2901mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 40.60g	15%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 78.60g	157%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2145mg	165%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 587mg	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: 78.7%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 7.2%