Jalapeño Popper Dip

5 from 9 votes

It’s a cheesy, smoky, spicy treat everyone will love! The crispy bacon and gooey cheese are a match made in heaven, and the jalapeños add the perfect kick. It’s always a crowd favorite at game day parties, family hangouts, and more.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 6

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Calories: 660

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

10 bacon slices
1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
2 jalapeños, seeds removed if desired, finely chopped, divided
1½ cups shredded cheddar
1½ cups shredded Monterey Jack
Kosher salt (to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Method

Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350ºF.
Cook Bacon: In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook bacon in batches until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel–lined plate, then chop.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, mayo, sour cream, garlic powder, most of the cooked bacon (reserve some for topping), most of the jalapeños (reserve some for topping), and 1 cup cheddar and 1 cup Monterey Jack. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble: Transfer to a small ovenproof skillet or baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and ½ cup Monterey Jack, along with reserved bacon and jalapeños.
Bake: Bake until golden and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. If desired, broil for an additional 3 minutes to get the cheese extra golden.

Notes

Alternative or Variations:

Vegetarian Version: Skip the bacon and add in extra veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for a smoky, savory flavor.
Spicy Upgrade: If you love spice, add extra jalapeños or even some sliced fresh chilies for more heat.
Cheese Swap: Try using pepper jack cheese for an added spicy kick or cream cheese with chives for a different flavor twist.

No matter how you serve it, this dip is bound to be a crowd favorite!