Super Bowl Jalapeno Popper (Print Version)
Creamy, cheesy jalapeño popper dip with a crunchy topping ideal for snacking on game day.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy & Cheese
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
04 - 1/2 cup sour cream
05 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
→ Vegetables
06 - 4 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
07 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
09 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
→ Topping
13 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
14 - 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
15 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until well blended and smooth.
03 - Fold in the diced jalapeños, green onions, garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart oven-safe baking dish, smoothing the top.
05 - In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Sprinkle evenly over the dip.
06 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
07 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with extra jalapeño slices and green onions if desired.
08 - Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- It delivers all the creamy, spicy satisfaction of stuffed jalapeños without the tedious prep work
- The panko topping creates this incredible crunch that people will talk about long after the party ends
02 -
- Room temperature cream cheese is absolutely crucial—if it's cold, you'll end up with tiny unappealing chunks throughout your smooth dip
- The topping can burn quickly, so start checking at the 20 minute mark and tent with foil if it's browning too fast
03 -
- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded bags—the anti-caking coating in bagged cheese can make your dip slightly grainy
- Roast your jalapeños in the oven for 10 minutes before dicing them if you want to mellow the heat even more