Description
This Layered Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to make and perfect for any gathering. Creamy, tangy cream cheese is layered with zesty salsa, cheese, and flavorful toppings, creating a delicious dip that pairs perfectly with crunchy tortilla chips.
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Layer:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Additional Layers:
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes (optional)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Cream Cheese Layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and well combined.
- Layering: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly in a 9-inch pie plate or serving dish. Spoon salsa over the cream cheese layer and spread gently. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, then sprinkle with green onions, black olives, and tomatoes if using.
- Chill: Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- This dip can be made up to a day ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator.
- For a spicier kick, use hot salsa or add a few dashes of hot sauce to the cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dip
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
