Sausage Jalapeño Popper Dip Recipe
This Sausage Jalapeño Popper Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and spicy appetizer perfect for any gathering. Packed with flavor from sausage, jalapeños, and a blend of cheeses, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound ground pork sausage, browned and drained
- 4–5 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Add in sausage, jalapeños, garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture: Spread the mixture in a greased baking dish.
- Add breadcrumb topping: Toss panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top of the dip.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with chips, crackers, or bread.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeños to your spice preference.
- For a smoky flavor, try adding roasted jalapeños or chipotle powder.
- Dip can be prepared in advance and baked when needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
