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Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

Cream Cheese Salsa Dip That Will Wow Your Guests

This Cream Cheese Salsa Dip is a delightful blend of smooth cream cheese and zesty salsa, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 dips
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese full-fat for best texture
  • 1 cup Salsa mild or spicy based on preference
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese sharp cheddar recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for bolder taste
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Diced Jalapeños for extra kick
  • 1/2 cup Black Beans for added texture and heartiness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Hand Mixer
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften Cream Cheese: Take cream cheese out of the fridge to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwave for 10-15 seconds.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese with salsa and blend until creamy and smooth, around 1-2 minutes.
  3. Fold in Cheddar: Add shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and green onions, gently folding until evenly mixed, about 1 minute.
  4. Chill: Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  5. Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle additional green onions on top, and serve with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served cold. Can be made 48 hours in advance for better flavors.

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