Baked Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
This Baked Cream Cheese Salsa Dip is spicy, creamy, and the ultimate crowd-pleaser. With a few ingredients, it turns into a hot, gooey, irresistible cheesy dip that is great for any event. Whether you're hosting a game night or just looking for something to munch on, this simple recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 202kcal
INGREDIENTS
- 8 oz cream cheese 225 g, softened
- ½ cup sour cream 120 g
- 1 cup salsa 240 ml; mild, medium, or hot
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 100 g
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin optional
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro optional, for garnish
- Tortilla chips for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the Oven – Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make the Creamy Base – Combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder and cumin (if using) in a bowl until well incorporated and smooth.
- Pour & Layer the Ingredients – In an oven-safe baking dish, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly as the first layer.
- Spread the Salsa – Pour the salsa over the cream cheese layer, spreading it out.
- Cheese it – Spread shredded cheddar cheese on the salsa layer so that it is completely covered.
- Bake Until Bubbly — Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until bubbly and melted.
- Garnish & Serve – Take out of the oven, allow it to cool down a bit, and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if you like. Serve warm with tortilla chips.
NOTES
- Watery salsa — If your salsa is thin, drain it in a fine-mesh strainer first so the dip doesn't turn watery.
- Make ahead — Assemble the dip, cover it with foil and refrigerate for up to 1 to 2 days, then bake as directed.
- Storing — Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between.
- Freezing — Freeze for up to 2 months; use full-fat cream cheese so it doesn't separate. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking or reheating.
NUTRITION
Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 986mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 670IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 599mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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