Description
This Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip is a warm, creamy, and slightly spicy appetizer that combines the smoothness of cream cheese, the mild meltiness of Monterey Jack, and the sweet heat of hot honey. Perfect for serving with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
For Serving
- Crackers, crostini, or veggies
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip evenly and ensuring it becomes hot and bubbly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the softened cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt until the mixture is smooth and creamy for a perfectly blended base.
- Spread the Mixture: Evenly spread the cheese mixture into a small baking dish to ensure even cooking throughout the dip.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges, indicating it’s well melted and heated.
- Add Hot Honey: Remove the dip from the oven and immediately drizzle the hot honey evenly over the top to add a sweet and spicy finish.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy the dip warm with your choice of crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a smoother dip.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to suit your preferred spice and sweetness level.
- For a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the cheese mixture.
- Use a small baking dish to keep the dip thick and creamy.
- This dip is best served warm; if reheating, do so gently to avoid overcooking.
