Jalapeno Popper Dip

Jalapenos are one of my favorite things to eat! I love their flavor and heat. When I saw this dip on Pinterest I knew I had to try it!

I had planned to save the recipe for the Superbowl or some other get-together, but yesterday was a football marathon at our house so I decided to make lots of snacks instead of meal.  I pulled out this recipe and all I can say is WOW!!! We loved it!!  It might be right up there with our all time favorite Artichoke Jalapeno Dip.

There are several versions on Pinterest and the net but here is my modified recipe, a little lighter in fat and definitely a healthier version.


Jalapeno Popper Dip

1 ~ 8 oz package Neufchatel Cream Cheese
1/2 cup light sour cream
1/2 cup light olive oil mayo
1 cup 2% shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2/3 cup parmesan cheese
1 ~ 4 oz. can diced or sliced jalapenos, drained
dash of garlic powder
dash of salt

For topping:

1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
Pam olive oil cooking spray

Preheat oven  to 375.   Spray an 8"x8" casserole with Pam.  In a large mixing bowl, mix all ingredients until well blended.  Spread in casserole.  In a small bowl mix bread crumbs with parmesan.  Gently toss crumbs while spraying with Pam.  Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over cheese mixture.  Spray top lightly with Pam. 

Bake at 375 for approximately 20 minutes until bubbly and top is browned.  Serve immediately with tortilla chips or crackers.


Sorry I was lax in taking a photo so here is a similar recipe image from Simply Gourmet!