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Texas Christmas Dip

Savor the Holidays with Texas Christmas Dip Bliss

This Texas Christmas Dip is the ultimate Tex-Mex appetizer perfect for sharing during the holidays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip Base
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp garlic powder optional: fresh minced garlic
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 pinch salt adjust based on preference
For the Flavor Boost
  • 0.5 cup tamed jalapeños substitution: fresh green chili for more heat
  • 0.5 cup roasted red peppers substitution: fresh red peppers for crisper texture
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese substitution: Monterey Jack cheese for milder taste

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to beat cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, continuing to blend until fully integrated.
  3. Gently fold in tamed jalapeños, roasted red peppers, and shredded white cheddar cheese using a spatula.
  4. Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Once chilled, serve alongside crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth blend. Customize the dip with various cheese types or veggies.

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