Description
Spicy Bacon Jalapeño Texas Trash Dip brings southern comfort directly to appetizer tables with bold flavors dancing through creamy cheese and crispy bacon bits. Hungry guests will devour this crowd-pleasing southwestern sensation that promises delicious memories with each magnificent scoop.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (180 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups (180 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup (120 g) pickled jalapenos, chopped
Dairy Base:
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
- 1 cup (240 g) mayonnaise
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Pickled jalapenos (additional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft the creamy foundation by whisking together softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until achieving a silky, uniform texture.
- Incorporate shredded Monterey Jack and most of the cheddar cheese into the mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the base.
- Infuse the dip with robust flavors by gently folding in diced jalapenos, crispy bacon pieces, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for subtle heat.
- Transfer the vibrant mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking vessel, smoothing the surface to create an even layer.
- Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese across the top, creating a golden, tantalizing blanket.
- Position the dish in a preheated 375°F oven, allowing the dip to transform for 20-25 minutes until edges bubble and cheese melts into a luxurious golden crust.
- Carefully extract the bubbling dip from the oven and embellish with additional crumbled bacon, freshly sliced green onions, and optional extra jalapeno rings.
- Serve immediately alongside crisp tortilla chips, rustic crackers, or an array of fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by removing jalapeno seeds for a milder version or adding extra cayenne for heat lovers.
- Balance flavors by using crispy, well-drained bacon to prevent excess grease in the dip.
- Customize texture by mixing cheeses like pepper jack or adding cream cheese varieties for unique creaminess.
- Make ahead by preparing the dip and refrigerating up to 24 hours before baking, which can enhance flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg