Baked Cheese Fiesta Dip
Description: 🧀🎉 This Baked Cheese Fiesta Dip is a flavor explosion waiting to happen! Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, this dip is versatile and delicious. Serve it with your favorite chips or crackers, and get ready to impress your guests with its creamy texture and zesty flavor. For an extra festive touch, adorn it with colorful toppings like diced peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions. And for a holiday flair, why not decorate with cute red and green pepper stars? It’s a guaranteed hit at any gathering!
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 14
Yield: 1 pan
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese | 2 packages |
| Cheese | 8-10 oz |
| Green chilies | 1 can |
| Sour cream | 1/2 cup |
| Cooking spray | As needed |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 187.6
- Fat Content: 17g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 49.6mg
- Sodium Content: 257.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.5g
- Protein Content: 6.1g
Instructions:
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Beat Cream Cheese: 🥄 In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it’s light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for your dip.
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Mix Ingredients: 🌟 Stir in the cheese, green chilies, and sour cream, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined. This creates a rich and flavorful mixture that’s ready to be baked to perfection.
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Prepare Dish: 🍽️ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 10-inch pie plate or quiche dish with cooking spray, ensuring the dip doesn’t stick during baking.
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Bake: 🌡️ Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the dip is hot and bubbly.
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Serve: 🍴 Once baked, remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as diced peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions, for a burst of color and flavor.
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Enjoy: 😋 Dive into this creamy, cheesy delight with your favorite chips or crackers, and savor every bite of this irresistible Baked Cheese Fiesta Dip!
Whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying a cozy night in, or looking for a crowd-pleasing dish for your holiday buffet, this Baked Cheese Fiesta Dip is sure to be a hit! With its creamy texture, zesty flavor, and customizable toppings, it’s the ultimate appetizer that will leave everyone coming back for more. So whip up a batch, gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a fiesta of flavors!
