There is nothing I love more than a good party dip. And by that I mean a really good party dip. With playoff season and the Super Bowl coming up—plus March Madness, Cinco de Mayo, backyard BBQs, summer patio nights and holidays—it got me thinking… what’s an easy appetizer that works for just about any gathering? Ding, ding: Jalapeño Popper Dip. It’s my go-to party appetizer, and once you make it, you’ll see why.

This recipe was originally published in March 2023 and is being shared again because it’s always a crowd favorite for game day and easy entertaining.

Easy Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe

I can’t think of anything I love more than cheese. Well, maybe bacon—and guess what? They’re both in this easy recipe. Add rich cream cheese and diced jalapeño peppers, and you’ve got the ultimate crowd-pleasing dip. It’s especially perfect for game day spreads, but honestly, it disappears just as fast at casual get-togethers and festive celebrations.

This recipe is a creamy combination of cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream, mixed with spicy diced jalapeños and melty Colby-Jack cheese, then topped with crispy bacon and baked until warm and gooey. The result? Everything you love about classic jalapeño poppers, transformed into an irresistible, scoopable dip that guests will keep coming back for more.

Jalapeno Popper Dip Notes

• You can swap out the regular cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream and mayo for the light versions. I don’t recommend using fat-free because it will not taste right or melt properly.
• This dip can be made ahead of time and frozen. Simply allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer safe container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. To thaw, transfer to the fridge the night prior to serving. Reheat and serve once thawed and ready to consume.
• This dip is a great option for get-togethers, game days or any occasion where you are required to bring a dish. It’s an easy and well-appreciated pot luck dish.
• Serve with tortilla chips, carrots sticks and celery and/or Ritz Crackers. It’s so delicious, and a hit at every party!

Jalapeno Popper Dip

Yields: 6 servings

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 4 cups colby jack cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup jalapeno, minced and seeds removed
• 6 pieces of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 green onions, sliced

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 8” cast iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder and onion powder. Mix well to combine.
3. Add shredded cheese, jalapenos, crumbled bacon and sliced green onions to the bowl. (Reserve a few of these ingredients to top off the mixture). Stir to incorporate.
4. Spread cream cheese mixture into the prepared skillet. Top off with reserved ingredients.
5. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown
6. Serve warm with chips, carrot sticks and/or celery sticks.
7. Store leftover dip tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes:

• This dip can be made ahead and frozen. Simply allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to a freezer safe container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months. To thaw, transfer to the fridge the night prior to serving. Reheat and serve once thawed and ready to consume.
• This dip is a great option for get-togethers, game days or any occasion where you are required to bring a dish.

  

 

You may also like to try more of our easy appetizers like A Better Game Day Snack: Keto Skillet Buffalo Chicken Dip and Gluten Free Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza Bites are a Game Day Hit.

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