Spicy Roasted Jalapeño Cowboy Cream Cheese Dip
A creamy and spicy dip made with roasted jalapeños and cream cheese, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large jalapeños, roasted
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (60ml) BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste (start with 1/2 tsp salt)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the whole jalapeños on a baking sheet. Roast them for about 15 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Once they’re done, let them cool slightly. Peel off the skins and remove the stems.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted jalapeños, softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Taste the dip and adjust with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
- Spoon the dip into a serving bowl. Drizzle BBQ sauce over the top.
- Serve right away, or cover and chill for about an hour to let the flavors blend.
Notes
This dip is best served with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or crackers for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.