This Jalapeno Popper Dip is a crowd pleaser, perfect as a holiday appetizer or Super Bowl party dip. You can prep the dip the day before your event and pop it in the oven right before your guests arrive.
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If you like this recipe but want a cold version that is easier to serve a party, check out my Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball recipe. If you need more appetizer ideas, try this Sausage Ball (No Bisquick) or Southerner Deviled Egg recipe.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Bacon- This dip is loaded with bacon, and the bacon is sure easy to cook in the oven.
Cream Cheese- Let your cream cheese soften before you mix the dip together so it’s easier to combine. You can also cut it into cubes and microwave it for 10-20 seconds to soften it. Use full-fat cream cheese so the dip doesn’t split.
Cheddar Cheese- Gives you that classic jalapeno popper flavor. You can also use Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or Colby cheese for a different twist.
Sour Cream- Helps to make the dip creamy. Use full-fat sour cream so the dip doesn’t split.
Fresh Jalapenos- Remove the seeds so the dip isn’t super spicy. You will need 2-3 jalapenos.
Green Onions- Add a fresh, mild onion flavor. Use half in the dip and half as a topping. If you don’t like onions, omit the ingredient altogether.
Full ingredient list with quantities in the recipe card below
How to Make Jalapeno Pepper Popper Dip
- Arrange the bacon in a single layer on a sheet pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes at 400°F or until crispy. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, green onions, and bacon.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese, jalapenos, green onions, and bacon on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese has melted and the dip is warm.
Tip
If you forget to soften the cream cheese before mixing everything together, you can cut the cream cheese into cubes and microwave them for 10-20 seconds or until they reach a soft, mixable consistency.
Dippers
Serve your jalapeno popper dip with...
• Tortilla Chips
• Sliced Toasted Baguettes
• Bell Pepper Slices
• Crackers
• Pretzel Chips
• Pita Chips
Common Questions
Yes, you can prepare the dip the day before your party and refrigerate it overnight. When ready to serve, bake at 350F for 25 minutes. This appetizer will have everyone coming back for more.
Since we are removing the seeds from the jalapenos is this dip is not spicy.
Jalapeno Popper Dip
Ingredients
- 16 oz. bacon
- 8 oz. full fat cream cheese at room temperature*
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- 1 cup full fat sour cream
- ½ cup jalapenos, seeds remove and diced about 3 jalapenos
- ⅓ cup green onions, thinly sliced divided
- crackers or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F. Arrange the bacon in a single layer on a sheet pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, patting off excess grease. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Reduce the oven to 350F.
- In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, most of the diced jalapenos, half of the sliced green onions, and most of the chopped bacon. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese, jalapenos, green onions, and bacon.
- Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese has melted and the dip is warm.
Notes
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on the ingredients used.
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