Roasted Jalapeño Cowboy Cream Cheese Recipe
This Roasted Jalapeño Cowboy Cream Cheese is a spicy and flavorful spread perfect for snacking or entertaining. Cream cheese is blended with charred jalapeños, Dijon mustard, and a variety of herbs and spices to create a creamy, zesty dip with just the right amount of heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 as a spread or dip 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Oils
- 2 large jalapeños (stems removed, sliced in half, seeded)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Dairy
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Seasonings & Condiments
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for roasting the jalapeños.
- Prepare jalapeños: Place the halved and seeded jalapeños on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, then toss lightly to coat all pieces evenly.
- Roast jalapeños: Roast the jalapeños in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until they become soft and slightly charred, intensifying their flavor.
- Combine cream cheese and jalapeños: Once the jalapeños have cooled, transfer them to a mixing bowl and combine with the softened cream cheese.
- Add seasonings: Stir in Dijon mustard, dried chives, dried parsley, garlic powder, lemon juice, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Adjust and serve: Taste the cream cheese mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy as a dip or spread.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave some seeds in the jalapeños before roasting.
- Serve with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables for a delicious snack.
- Store leftover spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can substitute fresh herbs for dried if preferred, but reduce the quantity by half.
- If you want a smoother texture, blend the mixture in a food processor until creamy.
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