Irresistible Cream Cheese Salsa Dip Recipe for Parties Recipe
This Irresistible Cream Cheese Salsa Dip recipe is a perfect party appetizer combining creamy, cheesy, and spicy flavors. It’s quick to prepare, requires no cooking, and is best served chilled alongside tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks. The dip blends smooth cream cheese with zesty salsa and sharp cheddar, accented by garlic powder and fresh green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes to soften cream cheese and 1 hour chilling time)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Allow the cream cheese to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes until softened, which makes it easier to mix and results in a smooth dip.
- Combine Cream Cheese and Salsa: In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with the salsa thoroughly until you achieve a smooth and even consistency throughout.
- Fold in Other Ingredients: Gently fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and finely chopped green onions into the cream cheese and salsa mixture, ensuring they are well incorporated without overmixing.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least one hour. Chilling helps the flavors meld together and firms up the dip for easier serving.
- Serve: Serve the cream cheese salsa dip chilled with your choice of tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Use mild or spicy salsa depending on your heat preference.
- The dip can be prepared up to one day in advance and refrigerated to enhance flavors.
- For extra texture, consider adding finely diced jalapeños or black olives.
- Allow the cream cheese to soften naturally rather than microwaving to avoid a watery dip.
- Serve within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
Keywords: cream cheese dip, salsa dip, party appetizer, no-cook dip, cheese dip
