Hands down, this Jalapeño Cheese Dip Recipe is a crowd pleaser! Get ready to watch this easy cheese dip disappear fast at your next family gathering.
Hot melty cheese is combined with just the right kick of fresh jalapeño pepper to create an outstanding hot appetizer that is kid-friendly, gluten free, and oh so delicious!
As a mom of 4, I see even my pickiest eater devour this dip!
What I love about this cheesy dip is that you get all of the flavor of jalapeño poppers without all the work! I also love that you can play around with the amount of fresh jalapeños to reach just the right amount of heat for your family.
Let’s get started on this delicious jalapeño dip.
Ingredients Needed for Jalapeño Cheese Dip
For this easy jalapeño cream cheese dip recipe you will need the following simple ingredients:
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- 1 large fresh jalapeño pepper
- 1 package of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup low fat cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
Let’s get started on our easy cheese dip recipe!
How to Make Jalapeño Cheese Dip
First, carefully dice your jalapeño pepper. I like to wear disposable kitchen gloves for this.
(Just a reminder that fresh jalapenos can leave residue on your hands and give you a burning sensation or worse, get in your eyes. So be sure to take precautions!)
Next, in an oven safe dish, add your cream cheese, 1/4 cup cottage cheese, 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
Sprinkle the mixture with 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon of salt and stir to combine.
Next, add your fresh jalapeño pepper and combine.
Last, top the jalapeño cream cheese mixture with 2 tablespoons of butter.
Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until hot, melted, and lightly browned on the edges.
Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips.
I hope you and your family enjoy this jalapeno cheese dip recipe. It’s one of my favorite dips. It’s a great party dip for football season and the perfect addition to a Super Bowl Party.
What Substitutions can be Used?
If you don’t have cottage cheese, you can substitute in mayonnaise. We make it both ways all the time!
You can experiment with different types of cheeses. You could try Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or your favorite shredded cheese next time.
The butter at the end is optional. If you want to cut a few calories, you can omit it. I’ve forgotten to add the butter and the dip was just fine without it!
If you have visitors that don’t like spicy food, you can omit the spicy peppers on half of the dish. Or if your taste buds are hoping for something spicier than medium heat, you can add extra spicy peppers.
Other things you can dip with besides tortilla chips include: gluten free pretzel bites, your favorite cracker, gluten free Trader Joe’s baguette slices, bell pepper slices, carrot sticks, or other raw vegetables.
How do I make enough for a crowd?
You can definitely double or triple this recipe. It normally serves 6 people.
Just be sure to use an appropriately sized baking dish and adjust the baking time as it will take longer to heat a larger amount.
More Gluten Free Appetizer Recipes
Looking for more gluten free appetizers? There’s lots of great recipes here on my blog!
This Restaurant Quality Salsa is another dip that is great for gatherings. Make a double batch for a game day party or a single batch for your family’s Taco Tuesday.
You can find the Best White Queso Dip Recipe here. Only 3 ingredients are needed for this amazing cheese dip!
Love spicy things? Check out these Gluten Free Grilled Buffalo Wings. Learn how to make your own Hot Wing sauce and have wings anytime you want!
There’s a big list of Gluten Free Appetizers here. Tons of great ideas for your next family gathering.
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The Best Jalapeño Cheese Dip Recipe (Gluten Free!)
Ingredients
- 1 large fresh jalapeño pepper
- 1 package of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup low fat cottage cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- First, carefully dice your jalapeño pepper finely. (Wear gloves if you have them!)
- In an oven safe dish, add your cream cheese, 1/4 cup cottage cheese, 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Sprinkle the mixture with 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon of salt and stir to combine.
- Next, add your fresh jalapeño pepper and stir to combine.
- Last, top the jalapeño cream cheese mixture with 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until hot, melted, and lightly browned on the edges. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
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