Spicy Cheese Bowl

Dive into the bold flavors of this irresistible Spicy Cheese Bowl—a baked appetizer that’s equal parts creamy, zesty, and indulgent! This recipe transforms a round sourdough loaf into a cheesy, flavor-packed dip served in an edible bread bowl. A blend of sharp cheddar, creamy Monterey Jack, and tangy cream cheese is elevated with jalapeños, garlic, smoked paprika, and a kick of hot sauce for a spicy twist. Baked until beautifully golden and bubbly, it’s garnished with fresh green onions and served alongside crispy tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or the bread itself for dipping. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime indulgence, this crowd-pleasing cheesy creation is as fun to eat as it is to make!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece round sourdough bread loaf
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 3 pieces jalapeño peppers, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 0 optional tortilla chips or vegetable sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut off the top of the sourdough bread loaf to create an opening, and scoop out the inside of the bread to create a hollow bowl. Save the bread pieces for dipping later.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, jalapeños, garlic, hot sauce, sour cream, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 4

Spoon the cheese mixture into the hollowed-out bread bowl, spreading it evenly.

Step 5

Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread bowl is lightly toasted.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish the top with chopped green onions.

Step 9

Serve warm with reserved bread pieces, tortilla chips, or vegetable sticks for dipping. Enjoy your Spicy Cheese Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1352.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3790.9

Total Fat 246.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 148.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 706.1mg	0%
Sodium 6737.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 145.7g	0%

Vitamin D 72.0IU	0%
Calcium 3032.3mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1354.3mg	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: 57.4%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 27.5%