Cottage Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer combining smooth cottage cheese, melted mozzarella or cheddar, and a kick of pickled jalapeños. Baked to bubbly perfection and served warm with crunchy dippers, it’s perfect for parties or casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeños
- Optional: sliced fresh jalapeños for topping
Dippers
- Tortilla chips
- Celery sticks
- Bell pepper strips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375℉ (190℃) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking your dip evenly.
- Blend Base Cheeses: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese and cream cheese, blending until you achieve a smooth, creamy texture without lumps.
- Mix in Jalapeños and Shredded Cheese: Transfer the blended cheeses to a bowl and fold in the shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese along with the chopped pickled jalapeños, distributing the flavors evenly.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the cheese mixture evenly into a small oven-safe dish or skillet. If desired, top with additional shredded cheese and sliced fresh jalapeños for extra heat and visual appeal.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, with cheese melted to a golden perfection on top.
- Serve Immediately: Remove the dip from the oven and serve it hot with an assortment of dippers like tortilla chips, celery sticks, and bell pepper strips for dipping.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat level by adding more or fewer jalapeños, and by choosing between pickled or fresh jalapeños.
- For a smoother dip, fully blend the cottage and cream cheeses before mixing in other ingredients.
- If you prefer a thicker dip, drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese before blending.
- This dip is best enjoyed hot; it can be reheated in the oven or microwave if needed.
- Substitute cream cheese with Neufchâtel cheese for a lower fat option.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Dip, Jalapeño Popper Dip, Baked Cheese Dip, Spicy Appetizer, Party Dip
