Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
This Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip recipe is creamy, cheesy and loaded with smoky bacon and fresh jalapeños. It's the perfect appetizer for game day, Super Bowl parties, or anytime you want a warm, melty dip with just the right amount of spice.
With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, this delicious dip is an easy recipe that always disappears fast. Serve it warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies at your next party or football season gathering.
We're huge fans of how easy it is to make dips in the slow cooker, plus it keeps them warm! You'll also want to try our Spinach Artichoke Dip and our Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Creamy Texture: Rich cream cheese and sour cream create a smooth, melty base.
- Spicy Kick: Fresh jalapeños bring the perfect level of heat without overpowering (unless you keep the seeds in, then it gets hotter!).
- Smoky Flavor: Crispy bacon adds savory depth and balances the spice.
- Crowd Pleaser: Always a hit at game-day recipes, potlucks or appetizer tables.
- Easy Prep: Just layer, cook, stir, and serve. The hardest part is waiting for it to be ready!
Ingredients
This hot dip comes together with a few simple ingredients that deliver big flavor.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
- Cream Cheese: Full-fat cream cheese is best for a rich, creamy base.
- Bacon: Adds smoky, salty flavor that takes the dip.
- Sour Cream: Balances the richness with a little tang.
- Fresh Jalapeños: Seeded and minced for fresh, light spicy flavor.
You will need on at least a 3-quart Crockpot and measuring cups to whip up this recipe.
Variations
- Pepper Jack Cheese: Swap cheddar for pepper jack for extra heat.
- Dry Ranch Dressing Mix: Stir in a packet for added seasoning and tang.
- Greek Yogurt: Use in place of sour cream for a lighter dip.
- No-Bacon Version: Skip the bacon for a vegetarian option with the same texture.
How to Make Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
This jalapeño dip is one of the easiest appetizer recipes you'll make.
Add half the cream cheese and cheddar cheese to the base of the slow cooker, then add bacon, sour cream and jalapeños.
Top with the remaining cheeses, cover and cook on low setting for 3 hours. Give it a stir halfway through if you can to ensure everything blends smoothly.
Serve warm with your favorite chips or veggies.
Hint: If you have time, let your cream cheese come to room temperature. Softened cream cheese will blend in faster but is not necessary.
Recipe Tips
- Control Heat Level: Leave in some jalapeño seeds for extra spice or remove them for a milder dip.
- Double Batch: Hosting a crowd? This recipe easily doubles in a large slow cooker.
- Garnish Before Serving: Sprinkle fresh green onions or cilantro on top of the dip for great flavor and color.
For a baked version of this dip with all the same delicious flavors, try our Baked Jalapeño Popper Dip.
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Storage Instructions
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for 5-7 days.
- Freezer: I freeze this dip all the time. Wrap it in plastic wrap and tin foil in an oven safe dish. It keeps well for about 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and bake without plastic wrap (keep the foil on) for about 35 minutes at 350F in the oven, or until bubbling.
Serving Suggestions
- Dippers: Tortilla chips, Ritz crackers or sliced baguette.
- Appetizer Spread: Serve alongside bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers, Big Mac egg rolls and brisket sliders.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, assemble the layers in your slow cooker insert, refrigerate and cook when you're ready to serve.
Sharp cheddar is the classic choice, but pepper jack, mozzarella and a sprinkle of freshly grated parmesan are all great options.
It definitely has some heat from the fresh jalapeños, but you can adjust the spice level by adding more or less peppers. The heat level lies in the seeds, so you can include more or leave more out.
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Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 2 8- ounce bricks cream cheese cubed, divided
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, divided
- 8 slices bacon chopped and cooked (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 6 jalapeños seeded and minced
Instructions
- Add half the cream cheese and cheddar cheese to the base of the slow cooker, then add bacon, sour cream and jalapeños.
- Top with the remaining cheeses, cover and cook on low setting for 3 hours. Give it a stir halfway through if you can ensure everything blends smoothly.
- Serve warm with your favorite chips or veggies.
Notes
- If you have time, let your cream cheese come to room temperature. Softened cream cheese will blend in faster but is not necessary.
- Leave in some jalapeño seeds for extra spice or remove them for a milder dip.
- Hosting a crowd? This recipe easily doubles in a large slow cooker.
- Sprinkle fresh green onions or cilantro on top of the dip for great flavor and color.
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This is so good, and we just love how simple it is to make with the slow cooker.