Description
A creamy, spicy, and sweet dip made with cream cheese, cheddar, honey, and hot sauce that is baked to bubbly perfection. Perfect for parties or cozy snacking, this Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip pairs wonderfully with crackers, bread, or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup honey (plus additional honey for drizzling, optional)
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until they form a smooth base.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the honey, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Use a whisk or electric mixer to blend the mixture until smooth and fully combined.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the mixture evenly into an oven-safe baking dish, smoothing the top for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and Drizzle: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes so it thickens slightly. Drizzle additional honey on top if you like a sweeter finish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for a pop of color and fresh flavor.
- Serve: Serve the dip warm alongside crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables for dipping and enjoying.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level to your preference.
- For a thicker dip, use full-fat sour cream and mayonnaise.
- You can substitute sharp cheddar with other cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
- Keep the dip warm by placing it in a low oven or warming tray during serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of recipe (about 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: hot honey dip, cream cheese dip, party dip, baked cheese dip, spicy honey dip, appetizer
