Description
This Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip offers a delightful combination of creamy, cheesy richness with a sweet and spicy kick from hot honey. Perfect for parties or casual snacking, this warm dip pairs wonderfully with crackers, crostini, or fresh veggies, making it a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
For Serving
- Crackers, crostini, or veggies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix the cheeses and spices: In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Spread the mixture: Evenly spread the cheese mixture into a small baking dish, preparing it for baking.
- Bake the dip: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges, indicating it is thoroughly heated.
- Add hot honey: Remove the dish from the oven and immediately drizzle the hot honey over the top so it melts slightly and infuses the dip with sweet heat.
- Serve warm: Serve the dip warm accompanied by crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of hot honey or sprinkle extra smoked paprika on top before serving.
- If cream cheese is too cold, it can be difficult to mix; soften it by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Monterey Jack cheese melts beautifully, but feel free to substitute with mozzarella or a mild cheddar if preferred.
- This dip is best enjoyed fresh and warm but can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- To make the dip less spicy, reduce the hot honey or use regular honey instead.
