Creamy Picante Dip
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Creamy Picante Dip! This quick and easy appetizer combines velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and bold picante sauce for a flavor-packed base that’s perfectly spiced with garlic powder, cumin, and a hint of salt. Finely shredded cheddar cheese brings richness, while fresh cilantro and crisp green onions add a burst of freshness. Baked to bubbly perfection in just 5 minutes, this creamy dip is ideal for serving warm alongside crunchy tortilla chips or crisp veggie sticks. Whether you're hosting a game day party or simply craving a savory treat, this crowd-pleaser will be the star of your snack table!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Picante sauce (mild, medium, or hot)
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 bag Tortilla chips or fresh veggies (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, place 8 ounces of softened cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a fork to whip the cream cheese until smooth.
Step 2
Add 1 cup of sour cream and 1 cup of picante sauce to the bowl. Mix until fully combined.
Step 3
Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoons of cumin, and 0.25 teaspoons of salt to infuse the dip with flavor.
Step 4
Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 2 sliced green onions, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro. Gently mix until evenly distributed.
Step 5
Transfer the dip mixture to an oven-safe dish and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the dip for 5 minutes or until just heated through and slightly bubbly on top.
Step 7
Remove the dip from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (986.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2481.7 |
| Total Fat 195.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 105.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 465.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3766.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.7g | |
| Protein 61.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1510.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1028.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories