Jalapeño Popper Dip

A hand holds a tortilla chip scooping a creamy, cheesy dip with visible herbs and crumb topping, with sliced jalapeños and more dip in the background.

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon, this Jalapeño Popper Dip has all the flavor of classic poppers in an easy, scoopable form. Finished with a buttery, crispy topping, it bakes up hot, bubbly, and golden every time.

Course Appetizer, Dip

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 392kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Ingredients

6-8 slices bacon
1 lb softened cream cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup Mexican blend shredded cheese
½ cup parmesan cheese divided
4 oz canned diced green chilies
1-2 jalapeños diced finely (keep a few sliced pieces for garnish - dice the rest finely)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup panko bread crumbs
¼ cup butter melted

Instructions

Get prepped. Cook 6-8 slices bacon until crispy, then crumble. Finely dice the jalapeños, reserving a few thin slices for garnish. Cut the cream cheese into cubes, and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Make the filling. In a large bowl, mix the 1 lb softened cream cheese, 1 cup mayonnaise,1 cup Mexican blend shredded cheese, half of the parmesan,4 oz canned diced green chilies, 1-2 jalapeños, bacon, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and¼ teaspoon black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
Assemble the dip. Spread the mixture into an 8x8 baking dish in an even layer so it heats through properly.
Make the topping. In a small bowl, combine the 1 cup panko bread crumbs, melted ¼ cup butter and remaining parmesan until evenly coated and crumbly.
Top and bake. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the dip and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden brown.
Check doneness. The dip is ready when it is bubbling around the edges, hot in the center, and lightly golden with crisp spots on top. If needed, broil for 1-2 minutes to deepen the color.
Rest slightly and serve. Let it sit for about 5 minutes so it thickens slightly and scoops cleanly.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth dip
Use an 8x8 dish for even cooking
Cook bacon fully crispy so it holds texture
Pull it when the edges bubble, not just when the timer ends
Let it rest before serving so it thickens

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