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Layered Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Layered Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip is a quick and easy appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Creamy softened cream cheese forms the base, topped with a flavorful salsa, melted cheddar cheese, and optional fresh toppings like black olives, green onions, and cilantro. Chilled before serving, it pairs perfectly with crunchy tortilla chips for a delicious, crowd-pleasing snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or spicy)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

For Serving

  • Tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Beat Cream Cheese: In a medium-sized bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
  2. Layer Cream Cheese: Spread the smooth cream cheese evenly at the bottom of your chosen serving dish to form the first layer of the dip.
  3. Add Salsa Layer: Spoon the salsa over the cream cheese layer and spread it evenly to cover the entire surface for the second layer.
  4. Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the salsa, then evenly distribute the optional sliced black olives, diced green onions, and chopped cilantro on top for extra flavor and texture.
  5. Chill the Dip: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the layered dip for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together and the dip to firm up slightly.
  6. Serve: Serve the chilled dip with crunchy tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • You can adjust the salsa heat level according to your preference: mild, medium, or spicy.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to make spreading and mixing easier.
  • For a different twist, try using pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar for a spicy kick.
  • This dip can be made a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within 2 days.

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