Spicy Roasted Jalapeno Cowboy Cream Cheese Dip (Printer-friendly)

Bold, creamy blend of roasted jalapenos and savory spices. Hot, bubbly, and ready to party.

# 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, fresh or frozen
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

→ Garnish

16 - Sliced jalapenos
17 - Chopped green onions
18 - Fresh cilantro

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Place jalapeno halves on baking sheet cut-side down. Drizzle with olive oil and roast 12-15 minutes until skins blister. Cool slightly, then dice.
02 - In mixing bowl, combine roasted jalapenos, red bell pepper, corn, red onion, garlic, cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, sour cream, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and cilantro. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Spoon mixture into medium baking dish. Smooth top evenly with spatula.
04 - Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until hot throughout and cheese is melted and bubbly on top.
05 - Top with extra jalapeno slices, green onions, and cilantro if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The roasted jalapenos bring this incredible smoky depth you just cant get from raw peppers
  • It disappears within minutes at every gathering and people literally scrape the dish clean
02 -
  • Wear gloves when handling the jalapenos or your fingers will burn for hours like mine did that first time
  • The dip tastes even better if you make it a day ahead and let the flavors meld together
03 -
  • Dont skip roasting the jalapenos as that step is what makes this dip special
  • Grate your own cheese because pre shredded cheese has anti caking agents that prevent smooth melting

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