Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip
This Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip combines the rich creaminess of cheese with a spicy-sweet honey kick, creating a delightful dip perfect for gatherings or game nights. Serve with crackers, veggies, or bread for a delicious appetizer.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 baking dish (8x8 inch or similar)
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup hot honey store-bought or homemade
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use an electric mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, hot honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Transfer the dip mixture to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the edges are bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve warm with crackers, fresh vegetables, or bread.
Notes
For an extra kick, you can add chopped jalapeños to the dip mixture before baking.
If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of hot honey.
This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, then baked just before serving.