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Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

Irresistibly Creamy Cream Cheese Salsa Dip You’ll Love

Cream Cheese Salsa Dip combines creamy texture and vibrant salsa flavor, making it a must-try party appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup salsa choose your spice preference
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack for extra kick
  • 2 stalks green onions finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh garlic
For Customization (Optional)
  • ½ cup jalapeños diced
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup herbs fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1 medium avocado ripe and mashed
  • 2 tablespoon honey or pineapple finely chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the cream cheese by placing it at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with salsa and blend until smooth.
  3. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and green onions, mixing until well distributed.
  4. Cover and chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Serve in a bowl and garnish with extra green onions, pairing with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the dip to chill for at least one hour before serving. Customize with preferred add-ins carefully to maintain balance.

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