Description
Roasted Jalapeño Cowboy Cream Cheese is a creamy and zesty dip that combines the smokiness of roasted jalapeños with the richness of cream cheese. Perfect for game days, parties, or a cozy gathering at home, this delightful dip will keep your guests coming back for more. With its bold flavors and smooth texture, it pairs beautifully with fresh veggies, crunchy crackers, or warm bread. This easy-to-make recipe allows you to adjust the spice level to suit your taste, making it a versatile addition to any snack table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large jalapeños (stems removed, sliced in half, seeded)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place halved jalapeños on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, tossing lightly.
- Roast for about 12 minutes until soft and slightly charred.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with roasted jalapeños once cooled.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, garlic powder, lemon juice, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before transferring to a serving dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg