Easy Hot Honey Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
This Easy Hot Honey Jalapeno Popper Dip is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. It combines softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, hot honey, diced jalapeños, savory bacon, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses baked to bubbly perfection. Garnished with fresh herbs and an extra drizzle of hot honey, this dip offers a warm, ooey-gooey texture that pairs wonderfully with crostini, crackers, or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 10 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature, regular or dairy-free)
- ½ cup mayonnaise or substitute Greek yogurt (mayo for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp hot honey (plus extra for drizzling)
Vegetables and Herbs
- ¼ to ⅓ cup jalapeño pepper (diced)
- 3 tbsp green onions (chopped, plus more for garnish)
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or dairy-free cheese of choice)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or dairy-free cheese of choice)
Meat
- 8 slices cooked bacon (crumbled, reserve some for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Create the base mix: In a medium bowl, combine 10 ounces of softened cream cheese with ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. Use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend these ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add the hot honey and vegetables: Stir in 2 tablespoons of hot honey, diced jalapeño peppers (¼ to ⅓ cup), half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, chopped green onions, finely chopped shallot, chopped chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until evenly combined.
- Incorporate bacon: Fold in the crumbled cooked bacon, saving a small amount for garnishing later. Transfer this mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish or another similarly sized oven-safe dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Bake the dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 22 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese is fully melted.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the dip from the oven, drizzle with additional hot honey, and sprinkle with the reserved bacon, extra chopped chives, and green onions. Serve warm with crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
- Serving tips: Serve the dip warm to enjoy its ooey-gooey, stretchy cheese texture. To keep it warm during serving, use a warming plate, heating tray, or even a slow cooker. For easier mixing and heating, all cheeses can be stirred into the dip before baking.
Notes
- Serving this dip warm is important for the best texture and flavor.
- Use dairy-free cheese and mayonnaise to make this dip suitable for dairy-free diets.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired heat level.
- Reserve some bacon and green onions for garnish to add texture and visual appeal.
- This dip pairs well with crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
- To keep dip warm longer during parties, consider using a warming tray or slow cooker.
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