Chipotle Chile Sour Cream Dip
Transform your dip game with this creamy, smoky, and tangy Chipotle Chile Sour Cream Dip! Made with a luscious base of creamy sour cream and bold chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this easy 10-minute recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat, limey zing, and subtle sweetness. Ground cumin and garlic powder add a savory depth, while a drizzle of honey (optional) rounds out the flavor beautifully. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips and fresh veggies or as a zesty topping for tacos, nachos, and grilled meats, this versatile dip will be the star of your next snack platter. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor, this make-ahead chipotle dip is guaranteed to elevate any gathering.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the sour cream in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely chop the chipotle peppers or blend them into a smooth paste for a more evenly textured dip.
Step 3
Add the chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and honey (if using) to the mixing bowl with the sour cream.
Step 4
Stir everything together until it is well combined and evenly mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lime juice if desired.
Step 5
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if using.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together, although the dip can also be served right away.
Step 7
Serve with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a condiment for tacos, nachos, or grilled meats.
Step 8
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (313.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 522.6 |
| Total Fat 47.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1154.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.8g | |
| Protein 9.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 334.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 191.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories