Description
Layered Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip is a flavorful addition to any gathering, perfect for parties, game days, or casual get-togethers. This dip features creamy layers of softened cream cheese and sour cream, topped with zesty salsa and shredded cheese, creating a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, it can be served with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or even as a spread on sandwiches. Customizable with toppings like olives or jalapeños, this dip is sure to please a crowd and elevate any appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz brick-style cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons taco seasoning
- 1 ½ cups thick salsa
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a 9-inch baking dish.
- If the salsa is watery, strain it to remove excess liquid before layering it over the cream cheese base.
- Top with shredded Mexican blend cheese.
- Chill for about 30 minutes or serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg