Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Dip

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Whether it is game day, a holiday gathering, or just a weekend get-together, a hot, bubbly cream cheese dip with rich, gooey cheese and the bright, zesty kick of fresh jalapeno peppers is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. It takes just a few minutes of prep to whip together, and it bakes into a warm, comforting appetizer everyone will be fighting over.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Calories: 235kcal

Author: Lalaine Manalo

Equipment

cast-iron skillet

Ingredients

3 jalapenos
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 1/2 cups Mexican Cheese blend shredded
1 can (4.5 ounces) diced green chilies drained

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Seed and dice 2 of the jalapenos. Slice the remaining one jalapeno into thin rounds.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic powder with an electric mixer on LOW speed until smooth and fluffy.
Add 2 cups of the shredded Mexican cheese blend, diced green chilies, and the diced jalapenos.
Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a cast-iron skillet or baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese and the sliced jalapeno rounds.
Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly and top is lightly browned. Serve immediately.

Notes

I like to bake this party dip in a 6-inch cast-iron skillet to retain heat longer, but you can just as easily bake it in a shallow baking dish.

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