CREAMY JALAPENO POPPER DIP

Creamy Jalapeno Popper Dip image

This recipe will remind you of a jalapeno popper without all the mess. If my husband had his way, he would have me make this for him every weekend. This versatile dip can be also be served with whole-wheat crackers or pita chips. -Deborah Peirce, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 bacon strips, chopped
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup 2% milk
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter
Tortilla chips

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon., In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, jalapenos, vinegar, cooked bacon and reserved drippings. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; dot with butter., Bake until bubbly and topping is golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 36g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.