Description
Crowd-pleasing chili cheese dip brings Mexican-inspired comfort to game day gatherings. Melted cheese and hearty chili create an irresistible blend that brings friends together for delicious snacking moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Protein:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) chili (no beans)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, preparing a welcoming environment for the upcoming dip creation.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, blend the chili and cream cheese together, vigorously stirring until the mixture achieves a uniform, silky consistency with no visible cream cheese chunks.
- Select a suitable baking dish and generously spread the chili-cream cheese fusion across its surface, ensuring an even layer that promises consistent flavor in every scoop.
- Lavishly coat the top of the mixture with a generous blanket of shredded cheddar cheese, creating a complete coverage that will melt into a golden, appetizing layer.
- Slide the prepared dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for the cheese to transform into a bubbling, molten landscape of cheesy perfection.
- Once the dip reaches its peak of golden-edged deliciousness, carefully extract it from the oven and allow a brief cooling period to prevent potential tongue-burning.
- Serve immediately with an array of dipping companions like crisp tortilla chips, hearty crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks, inviting everyone to dive into this irresistible warm appetizer.
Notes
- Softening cream cheese at room temperature ensures smooth blending without lumps, creating a more uniform and creamy texture.
- Experiment with different types of cheese like pepper jack or monterey jack for added spice and flavor complexity.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and lean chili, reducing overall calorie content without compromising taste.
- Consider adding optional toppings like chopped green onions, jalapeños, or crumbled bacon to elevate the dip’s flavor profile and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg