Jalapeno Half Time Dip

Get ready to elevate your game-day spread with this irresistible Jalapeno Half Time Dip! Bursting with bold flavors, this creamy and cheesy baked dip combines the smoothness of cream cheese and sour cream with the sharpness of cheddar and Parmesan. Finely diced jalapenos add a zesty kick, while a buttery, golden panko breadcrumb topping provides the perfect crunch. Quick to prepare and ready in under 40 minutes, this oven-baked appetizer is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for gatherings, parties, or family movie nights. Serve it warm with tortilla chips or crackers, and garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of freshness. Whether you’re hosting a sports watch party or just craving a flavorful snack, this rich and spicy jalapeno cheese dip will steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 medium Jalapenos (seeded and finely diced)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 bag Tortilla chips or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, diced jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the cheese mixture.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

Step 8

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1069 grams (1069.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3805

Total Fat 296.30g	380%
Saturated Fat 164.50g	823%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 750mg	250%
Sodium 6133mg	267%
Total Carbohydrate 199.60g	73%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 130.00g	260%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3212mg	247%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 778mg	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: 66.9%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 20.0%