Spicy Roasted Jalapeno Cowboy Cream Cheese Dip (Printable version)

Bold, creamy southwest-inspired dip with roasted jalapenos and cheese blend

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 medium jalapenos, halved and seeded
02 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1/2 cup corn kernels
04 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced

→ Dairy

05 - 12 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
07 - 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream

→ Pantry & Seasonings

09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 tsp cumin
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1 tbsp olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F.
02 - Place the jalapeno halves on a baking sheet, cut-side down. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 12-15 minutes until skins are blistered. Let cool slightly, then dice.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine roasted jalapenos, red bell pepper, corn, red onion, garlic, cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, sour cream, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cilantro. Stir until well mixed.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a medium baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
05 - Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly, with cheese melted on top.
06 - Garnish with extra jalapeno slices, green onions, and cilantro if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The roasted jalapenos lose their harsh bite but keep this wonderful smoky heat that sneaks up on you
  • This dip somehow tastes even better the next day, if there is any left
  • People will literally ask you to bring this to every single gathering forever
02 -
  • The two temperature situation might seem annoying but roasting at high heat then baking at lower heat gives you the best results
  • Letting the cream cheese soften completely is the difference between smooth dip and a weird grainy situation
  • This dip holds its heat beautifully, so do not stress about timing it perfectly with serving
03 -
  • Wear gloves when handling all those jalapenos, especially if you wear contacts
  • Double the recipe if you are feeding more than six people, it disappears fast

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