Super Bowl Jalapeño Popper (Printable)
Creamy, cheesy baked jalapeño dip with a spicy twist, ideal for game day gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 4-5 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced or 1/2 cup jarred jalapeños, chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Topping
11 - 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
12 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# How-To:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch round baking dish or similar oven-safe dish.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, jalapeños, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a small bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the dip.
05 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between that golden crunch and the velvety cheese base is legitimately addictive
- You can assemble it ahead and bake when guests arrive, which makes you look like you have your life together
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- The topping can burn quickly so keep an eye on it during the last five minutes of baking
- Room temperature cream cheese makes or breaks this recipe cold cream cheese creates a lumpy texture that never fully smooths out
03 -
- Grating your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded makes a noticeably creamier result
- Let the dip cool for at least 5 minutes so it sets up slightly hot dip can be dangerously messy