Description
Philly Cheesesteak Dip brings classic sandwich flavors into a creamy, irresistible appetizer that captures Philadelphia’s culinary spirit. Loaded with tender beef, melted cheese, and caramelized onions, this crowd-pleasing dip will make you the star of any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (454 g) shaved ribeye steak
- 8 oz (227 g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 8 oz (227 g) American cheese, chopped
- 8 oz (227 g) provolone cheese, chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 large green bell pepper, diced
- 1 large white or yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup banana pepper rings, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F and lightly coat an 8×8 baking vessel with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Whip cream cheese and sour cream together using an electric mixer until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Heat a skillet and melt butter, then quickly sear the steak, breaking it into small, uniform crumbles. Enhance the meat’s flavor by drizzling Worcestershire sauce and gently incorporating it into the creamy base.
- In the same skillet, caramelize onions over medium-low heat until they transform into a rich, golden brown. Introduce green peppers and continue cooking until they soften, then briefly toast minced garlic to release its aromatic essence.
- Merge the sautéed vegetables with the cream cheese mixture, adding banana peppers and seasoning with salt and pepper for balanced flavor.
- Fold half the cheese into the dip, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, scatter remaining cheese across the surface, and bake until the dip becomes bubbly and heated through.
- For an appetizing golden crust, activate the broiler and monitor closely for 2-3 minutes, watching to prevent burning.
Notes
- Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier eating in this dip.
- Use thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin for authentic Philly cheesesteak flavor and best texture.
- Pat meat dry before cooking to ensure proper browning and prevent excess moisture in the dip.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting banana pepper quantity or adding jalapeños for extra kick.
- Make it low-carb by serving
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg