Denver Dip

Get the party started with this irresistible Denver Dip, a warm and cheesy appetizer that’s bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors! This creamy dip combines tangy cream cheese and sour cream with smoky ham, crisp green and red bell peppers, and sweet yellow onions for a medley of savory goodness in every bite. Loaded with melty cheddar cheese and seasoned with garlic and black pepper, it bakes to golden perfection, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Top it off with a sprinkling of fresh scallions, and serve it hot with tortilla chips or crusty bread for an easy, shareable dish. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or casual get-togethers, this Denver Dip will become your go-to recipe for entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup cooked ham
• 0.5 cup green bell pepper
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup yellow onion
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp scallions
• 1 bag/loaf tortilla chips or bread slices (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the diced ham, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow onion, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch baking dish or a similarly sized oven-safe dish. Spread the mixture into an even layer.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the top is slightly golden.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped scallions over the top for a fresh garnish.

Step 7

Allow the dip to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or sliced baguette for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1215.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3125.9

Total Fat 218.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 611.0mg	0%
Sodium 5807.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 131.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1794.8mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1793.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.9%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 22.9%