Jalapeno Popper Dip
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Serves: 8-10 servings
 
A spicy, warm, cheesy dip that tastes just like Jalapeno Popper!
Ingredients
  • 1 4-oz can diced jalapenos, drained or 6-8 fresh jalapeno peppers, roasted and diced (see notes)
  • 1 4-oz can diced green chilis, drained
  • 1 8 oz package light cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup light sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
  • ⅓ cup panko crumbs
  • ⅓ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat an 8 x 8 inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream until combined and smooth.
  3. Add the jalapeno peppers, green chilis, cheddar cheese and ¾ cup parmesan cheese. Stir well. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
  4. Mix the panko, bread crumbs, and remaining ¼ cup parmesan cheese in a medium bowl. Add the butter and parsley. Stir until evenly incorporated. Sprinkle crumb topping over the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes, or until topping is golden.
  6. Serve with crackers or chips for dipping.
Notes
To roast fresh jalapenos, slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise, remove the ribs and seeds, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet. Broil for 8-10 minutes, or until the skins are charred and blistered. Watch carefully to be sure the peppers don't burn. Remove from the oven and immediately place the peppers in a ziplock bag. Let them rest for about 15 minutes. Remove the peppers from the bag and gently pull the skin off the peppers - the skins should peel off very easily. Chop peppers and use as desired.
This dip can easily be made ahead of time. Simply prepare as directed, but place covered in the refrigerator instead of baking. Then, just heat the dip in a 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes when you are ready to serve.
Recipe by Laura's Cozy Kitchen at https://www.laurascozykitchen.com/jalapeno-popper-dip/