Description
A warm and creamy baked Mexican cheese dip loaded with cheddar, mozzarella, and flavorful spices, perfect for parties, game nights, or easy snacking.
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Add shredded cheddar and mozzarella, mixing well.
- Fold in diced tomatoes with green chilies and green onions.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and paprika.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or cayenne for extra heat.
- Use plain tomatoes for a milder version.
- Mix in cooked chicken or beef for a heartier dip.
- Add corn or black beans for texture.
- Top with fresh cilantro or diced tomatoes after baking.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
- Not recommended for freezing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
