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Easy Chili Cheese Dip


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  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 to 25 Minutes
  • Total Time: -28902052.416667 minute
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Description

This creamy spicy dip can be made in just a matter of minutes with only a few ingredients. It’s always a crowd pleaser and perfect for game night!


Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup sour cream, be sure to use a thick sour cream such as Daisy or Breakstone. 

– 1 can (about 15 oz) chili (with or without beans, based on preference. (I used Hormel with beans and it was delicious!)

3 to 4  dashes of Tabasco sauce (optional but adds a delicious spicy/heat touch)

– 1 (heaping) cup shredded pepper jack cheese. You can also use a shredded Mexican blend cheese 

– 1 ( heaping) cup shredded medium cheddar cheese

Tortilla chips or Frito scoops for dipping 

– Optional garnishes: sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, chopped sweet yellow onions or sliced green onions


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees While the oven warms up, take this time to mingle with your guests and get everyone in the spirit of the game.
  2. Prepare the baking dish. Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish. I prefer using a round 8 or 9 inch pie dish or you can use a 9×9 inch square baking dish. Using a stand-up mixer or electric hand mixer, beat the cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly at the bottom of the dish, creating a creamy base layer. This layer acts as a smooth foundation for our dip, ensuring every bite starts with a rich and velvety texture.
  3. Add the chili layer.  Gently spread the can of chili over the cream cheese layer. Whether you choose chili with beans or without, it adds a hearty and robust flavor that pairs beautifully with the creamy base. Add a 3 or 4 of dashes of Tabasco sauce over the chili layer. (Optional but gives it a nice extra spicy taste)
  4. Mix the cheeses together and sprinkle the chili layer with a generous blend of shredded pepper jack and cheddar cheese. The pepper jack adds a delightful kick, while the cheddar brings a classic, beloved taste that’s irresistible.
  5. Bake to perfection. Slide the dish into the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. The anticipation of this dip is almost as exciting as the game itself!
  6. Serve immediately. Be sure to add  your choice of optional garnishes to elevate the flavors and add a pop of color.
  7. Serve with tortilla chips, Fritos, potato chips or Ritz crackers. Enjoy!

Notes

Do ahead tip: If you’re pressed for time on the game day or party, you can assemble the dip a day in advance and refrigerate. Just pop it in the oven before your guests arrive, and you’re good to go!

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