Spicy Roasted Jalapeno Cowboy Dip (Print Version)
Creamy, bold dip with roasted jalapenos, cheddar, and southwestern spices. Ready in 35 minutes for your next gathering.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 6 medium jalapenos, halved and seeded
02 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
04 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
→ Dairy
05 - 12 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
07 - 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream
→ Pantry & Seasonings
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 tsp cumin
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Garnish
16 - Sliced jalapenos
17 - Chopped green onions
18 - Fresh cilantro
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F for roasting the jalapenos.
02 - Place jalapeno halves on a baking sheet cut-side down. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 12-15 minutes until skins are blistered. Cool slightly, then dice.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine roasted jalapenos, red bell pepper, corn, red onion, garlic, cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, sour cream, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cilantro. Mix thoroughly.
04 - Transfer mixture to a medium baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
05 - Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until hot, bubbly, and cheese is melted on top.
06 - Garnish with extra jalapeno slices, green onions, and cilantro if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The roasted jalapenos add this incredible smoky depth that you cant get from raw peppers
- It reheats beautifully so you can make it ahead and still impress your guests
02 -
- The cream cheese absolutely must be softened or you will spend forever trying to mash out lumps
- Letting roasted jalapenos cool for just 5 minutes makes them much easier to dice cleanly
03 -
- Grate your own cheese from blocks because pre shredded cheese has anti caking agents that prevent smooth melting
- Roast extra jalapenos when you make this and keep them in the freezer for your next batch