Spicy Roasted Jalapeno Cowboy Dip (Printable)
Bold, creamy blend of roasted jalapenos, sharp cheddar, and savory spices for the ultimate party dip.
# 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
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F for roasting peppers.
02 - 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.
03 - In 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 fully incorporated.
04 - Spread mixture into medium baking dish, smoothing top with spatula for even baking.
05 - Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until hot throughout and cheese melts completely.
06 - Top 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 give it this incredible smoky depth that you cannot get from raw peppers alone
- It somehow manages to be creamy and rich while still having this fresh crunch from the vegetables
- Everything comes together in one bowl and the oven does all the heavy lifting for you
02 -
- Letting the cream cheese actually come to room temperature makes such a difference in the final texture, so do not skip this step or try to microwave it
- The dip will stay hot for about 20 minutes out of the oven, but if you need to keep it warm longer, a small slow cooker on low setting works perfectly
03 -
- If you are worried about heat level, start with 4 jalapenos and taste before adding the full 6, because pepper heat varies so much
- A ceramic baking dish really does give you better results than metal because it holds heat more evenly and creates that perfect crispy cheese edge