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Jalapeño Cheddar Cream Cheese

Zesty Jalapeño Cheddar Cream Cheese for Delicious Dip Delights

This Jalapeño Cheddar Cream Cheese is a delicious dip that adds a delightful kick to your meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 oz
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spread
  • 3 pcs Jalapeño Peppers removal of seeds for less spice
  • 1 Tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with any neutral oil
  • 8 oz Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese any sharp cheddar can be used
  • 8 oz Cabot Cream Cheese Spread consider regular or vegan cream cheese for alternatives
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can also work well
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt can use sea salt or table salt as well
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Herbs like chives or cilantro for added flavor
  • ¼ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes great for a different twist

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by halving the jalapeños and removing the seeds and ribs for a milder flavor. Coat them generously with extra-virgin olive oil.
  2. Place the prepared jalapeños cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Broil them for 4-5 minutes or until the skins blister.
  3. Transfer the jalapeños to a glass bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap for about 15 minutes.
  4. Finely dice the roasted jalapeños and mix them in a bowl with cheddar, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 15mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Allow the cream cheese to chill for at least one hour to enhance flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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