Description
This Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip is a deliciously creamy and spicy appetizer perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Featuring a smooth blend of cream cheese and Monterey Jack, seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika, then baked to bubbly perfection and finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey. Serve warm with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
For Serving
- Crackers, crostini, or fresh veggies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix the cheeses and seasonings: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread the mixture: Evenly spread the cheese mixture into a small baking dish, ensuring a uniform layer for even cooking.
- Bake the dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges.
- Add hot honey topping: Remove the dip from the oven and immediately drizzle the hot honey evenly over the warm dip to add a sweet and spicy glaze.
- Serve warm: Serve the dip warm alongside crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to control the sweetness and heat level.
- Monterey Jack can be substituted with mozzarella or mild cheddar if preferred.
- For a smoother dip, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- This dip is best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
