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Spicy Cheesy Baked Football Dip

Spicy Cheesy Baked Football Dip That'll Score Big Flavor

This Spicy Cheesy Baked Football Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer loaded with creamy cheese and jalapeños, perfect for game day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 dippers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or lighter mayonnaise
For the Flavor
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning adjust for heat
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust for heat
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can substitute with other melty cheeses
For the Excitement
  • 1/2 cup Diced Jalapeños fresh or canned
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Black Olives omit if undesired
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions for garnish
  • 4 oz Cooked and Crumbled Bacon or vegetarian substitutes
For Serving
  • 1 bag Tortilla Chips or Sliced Baguette

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • electric mixer
  • Oven-safe dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
  3. Add taco seasoning and cayenne pepper to the creamy mix and stir until fully incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
  5. Stir in diced jalapeños, black olives, and diced tomatoes, ensuring everything is well combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into an oven-safe dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the top with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  9. Allow the dip to cool slightly before serving warm with tortilla chips or baguette slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite spices and dippers for a unique flavor experience.

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