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    Published: Jan 29, 2012 · Modified: Feb 7, 2021 by Trish · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

    Jalapeno Popper Dip

    jalpeno popper dip
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    This addictive dip is simple to make and will earn you rave reviews. Just like your favourite bar snack, but only takes minutes to make! Serve with chips and fresh veggie sticks.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 244kcal
    BBQ, Vegetarian
    Appetizer, Dips and Spreads

    Crunchy, creamy and cheesy, this jalapeno popper dip will make you fall in love with jalapenos. There is so much flavour here. The crunchy cornflake topping might be the best part 😍. Addictive in the best way possible. Bring the most popular dish to the next potluck. Serve with chips!

    jalapeno popper dip with crispy cornflake crumb topping
    crispy crunchy cornflake crumbs are the best part

    I am not a football fan.  And so I usually suffer through football weekends during the fall and winter months, a little bored. And usually keeping myself busy in the kitchen.  I'm certatin you are not surprised by this.

    The Super Bowl is coming soon – my husband was impressed I knew this.  The Super Bowl is about the only excuse I can think of for food like this.   Sooo….  maybe I was waiting for the occasion just so I could make this dip. This dip is so addictive. Can't stop eating it good.

    You will want this recipe for the next time you have a small gathering, a potluck or a backyard BBQ. It's easy to whip together. And I promise everyone will love it. It is as good with fresh-cut veggies as it is with chips or crispy pita chips.

    This recipe first appeared on the blog in February 2012. I've updated the post with new photos, more information about the ingredients and a few tweaks to the recipe.

    creamy jalapeno popper dip, picture of chip with cheesy dip
    serve hot so cheese is creamy and gooey

    Note and ingredients

    Cream cheese: I use light cream cheese for this dip. It is lighter in calories, but also in texture and flavour. And really, I just like that here. I find regular cream cheese too dense.

    Canned green chillies: these do not add much heat or spice, but add more "pickled jalapeno tang". You will find canned diced green chilies in the mexican food section of most groceries store - next to the canned refried beans.

    Pickled or canned jalapenos: for heat! We always have a jar of pickled jalapeno's open or in the pantry. Always. A staple in our house, as regular as Taco Tuesdays. Use your favourite brand or some you canned on your own. Just know this is where the heat will come from, so if your jalapeno's have a lot of heat, so will your dip. Use more or less depending on how much heat you can tolerate.

    • a jar of pickled jalapenos
      this is a great recipe to use those jalapeno's you pickled last summer 😏
    • pickled whole jalapeno's on a cutting board
      the hotter the jalapeno's the hotter the dip

    Horseradish: This is my secret ingredient in this dip. We love a little horseradish in this dip. You can leave it out and it will still be a very enjoyable dip. But if you are a fan of the warmth a little horseradish adds, please give it a try. It's a different kind of heat from the jalapenos. And will add a special kick. You want prepared horseradish (see link). not creamed horseradish or horseradish sauce.

    jalapeno popper dip ingredients quickly mixes in one bowl
    easy to make appetizer, just mix simple ingredients together

    Cornflake crumbs / bread crumbs: I like panko or cornflake crumbs here. Cornflake crumbs have a little touch of sweetness and just go so well with jalapenos. I used cornflake crumbs for my grilled jalapeno poppers too.

    Gluten-free option:

    Cornflake crumbs are wheat-free but not gluten-free. This jalapeno dip can easliy be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free bread crumb. Some panko crumbs are gluten-free and will add a nice crunch.

    Be generous with the crumbs: Lots of crumbs on top will man that you get a little in every bite. I love the way the crumbs cling to the melted cheese and cover everything. Truly making each bite like it's own little jalapeno popper - Yumm!

    jalapeno popper dip with cornflake crumbs just before baking
    be generious with the cornflake or bread crumbs

    Green onions for garnish: once you pull it out of the oven, sprinkle diced green onion or cilantro on top. It adds colour and freshness.

    Serving & make ahead suggestions

    Serve this dip with crunchy tortilla chips, toasted pita breads or carrots and celery sticks.

    This dip is best served pipping hot right out of the oven. If you want to get a head start, you can mix the base ingredients (cream cheese through horseradish), spread in the baking dish and then cover and keep refrigerated for about a day.

    jalapeno popper dip served with tortilla chips
    garnish with more fresh chopped green onions or cilantro

    You can also mix the topping ahead of time, but keep it in a separate container on only add to the top of cheese dip just before serving.

    Leftovers, if you have any, will reheat well. I've stored leftovers in a glass container with air-tight lid for a couple of days. Then just microwaved for a minute or two to warm up. The topping will not be as crunchy.

    jalpeno popper dip
    Average rating: 5 stars

    Jalapeno Popper Dip

    This addictive dip is simple to make and will earn you rave reviews. Just like your favourite bar snack, but only takes minutes to make! Serve with chips and fresh veggie sticks.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 244kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 blocks light cream cheese softened
    • ¾ cup mayo
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese I used tex mex blend
    • 1 - 4 oz. can of diced green chillies
    • ⅓ cup canned jalapenos diced
    • 2-3 tablespoon prepared horseradish (optional)
    • 2 green onions thinly sliced

    Topping

    • 1 cup cornflake crumbs or panko crumbs or unseasoned breadcrumbs
    • ½ cup shredded cheese
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 green onoins thinly sliced

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350.
    • Cream together cream cheese, mayo, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, chillies, diced pickled jalapenos, horseradish (if using) and 2 thinly sliced green onions. Pour into 1.6 quart or larger casserole dish.
    • In a small bowl, mix together cornflake crumbs, olive oil and ½ cup of shredded cheese. Spread mixture evenly over top of cheese in the casserole dish. Bake at 350 until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Serve with pita chips, veggies and tortilla chips.

    Notes

    Nutritional informtion is approximate and does not include chips or crudities.
    I used cornflake crumbs for this recipe, you can substitute panko crumbs or unseasoned bread crumbs if you can't find cornflake crumbs.
    Cornflake crumbs are often not gluten-free as they often contain barley malt syrup. But this recipe can easly be adapted to gluten-free if you are careful and use your favourite gluten-free bread crumb. Some panko crumbs are gluten-free.
    Calories: 244kcal (12%) Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) Protein: 5g (10%) Fat: 17g (26%) Saturated Fat: 5g (31%) Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 20mg (7%) Sodium: 427mg (19%) Potassium: 68mg (2%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 3g (3%) Vitamin A: 572IU (11%) Vitamin C: 7mg (8%) Calcium: 98mg (10%) Iron: 6mg (33%)
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    1. Kristy says

      January 29, 2012 at 5:44 pm

      This does sound totally addictive! I might even sit down to watch some of the game if this was lying around. 😉

      Reply
      • infinebalance says

        January 29, 2012 at 7:02 pm

        good food is just about the only reason I enter the "football" room.

    2. budgetcookingblog says

      January 29, 2012 at 6:06 pm

      I love snack food like this, especially when its a little out of the ordinary. I'm going to make this for this year's party.

      Also, is "In Fine Balance" named after the book because I LOVE that book!

      Reply
      • infinebalance says

        January 29, 2012 at 7:01 pm

        Ah -- of course! And nice to see someone appreciates my taste in literature. Awesome fine literature at that! 😉

    3. thekalechronicles says

      January 29, 2012 at 6:33 pm

      So the idea is, if we eat this we will be bulked up enough to play football, right? I'm kidding...

      Reply
      • infinebalance says

        January 29, 2012 at 6:47 pm

        HaHa!! That pretty much sums it up for me.

    4. Hannah (BitterSweet) says

      January 30, 2012 at 9:23 am

      Considering all the hype, I thought for sure that the Superbowl was supposed to be yesterday. I guess it's a good thing there's more time though, because this dip looks like the perfect thing! Thank goodness for meltable vegan cheese- This should be a snap to convert. 🙂

      Reply
      • infinebalance says

        January 30, 2012 at 11:07 pm

        You mean the superbowl wasn't yesterday.....?
        kidding 🙂
        Love to know how a vegan version turns out - and exactly what products you use so let me know how it works out

    5. Joanne says

      January 31, 2012 at 8:03 am

      Haha the only plus of the superbowl is the food that comes along with it. Love this dip!

      Reply

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