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Creamy Jalapeño Popper Corn Dip Recipe Easy Baked to Perfection

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A creamy, spicy, and crunchy jalapeño popper corn dip baked to golden perfection, perfect for parties and quick snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups air-popped popcorn (no butter or salt added)
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (about 100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (about 100 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 to 4 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped, or 1/4 cup (60 ml) pickled jalapeños, chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pop your corn using an air popper or stovetop method without adding butter or salt. Set aside in a large bowl.
  3. Cook bacon until crisp, then crumble into small pieces. Alternatively, use pre-cooked bacon bits.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses to the cream cheese mixture. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
  6. Fold in chopped jalapeños and crumbled bacon. Taste and adjust salt or jalapeño quantity if desired.
  7. Carefully fold in the popcorn until coated but not crushed.
  8. Transfer the mixture into your prepared 8×8-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  9. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven and sprinkle green onions on top.
  11. Let the dip rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth blending. Fold popcorn gently to keep kernels intact. Adjust jalapeño heat by removing seeds or using pickled jalapeños. If top browns too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking. Store leftovers covered in fridge up to 3 days and reheat gently in oven to keep popcorn crunchy.

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