For the May long weekend, we decided to invite friends over for an impromptu gathering for refreshments and fun and uproarious laughing! Even though it was a last minute decision, I managed to make this amazing Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip for us to enjoy with our drinks as a special treat. It was creamy, delicious and hot…and paired with Triscuit crackers, it became the perfect snack to serve to a hungry group.
I created this recipe based on one of our all-time favorite appetizers…jalapeno poppers. Making stuffed poppers takes a LOT of time, and since I didn’t want to be a hostess that misses all the fun, I decided to replicate the same flavors in a baked dip. I was really happy because the dip was very easy to make and took only 20 minutes…less than HALF the time it would have taken to make a tray of stuffed jalapenos.
And you know what else? My family and guests LOVED this dip just as much as the time-consuming poppers. And I loved that I wasn’t in the kitchen for a long time and was able to visit with our guests. The ingredients are the same as for jalapeno poppers, but since it is a dip, the whole ‘split-the-jalapenos AND stuff-the-jalapenos’ steps can be eliminated. And since Triscuit crackers are in our pantry all the time, they are the perfect scoop for this tasty, cheesy dip.
Ingredients:
400 gram tub Philadelphia Cream Cheese
3 green onions, sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup bacon bits
6 jalapeno peppers, sliced
Directions:
1. Using mixer, cream together cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onion until light & fluffy. Using a spatula, spread cream cheese base in bottom of an oven proof platter or casserole dish.
2. With a brush, spread barbecue sauce over cream cheese base. Sprinkle with sliced jalapeno peppers.
3. Bake dip in 350 degree oven for 20-30 minutes, or until hot & bubbly and jalapenos are slightly browned. Remove dip and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Return to oven for 3-4 minutes until cheddar cheese is just melted. Remove and let cool slightly. Serve with Triscuit crackers.
With Triscuit crackers, Your Stage Is Set!
Triscuits crackers are a versatile snack that are great to serve for any occasion as they can be the base for an appetizer, as well as for spreading, scooping and dipping! I like to serve Orignial Triscuit crackers with dips because they go with any flavor and are an amazing crispy compliment! Triscuit crackers can also scoop more dip…so you can get MORE cheese & bacon…and who wouldn’t want that?! And as a hostess, I also like them because they don’t break when scooping dip…which makes for happy guests!
Absolutely fabulous if I must say so myself.
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My favourites are the Triscuit Rosemary and Olive Oil. We top with cheese or meat or use them in dips (hot dips like hot spinach or artichoke). They add just an extra flavour that we love.
I've got my entire family hooked on these (so much so that other than saltines, we don't have any other crackers in the house)!
This dish looks fantastic! We're huge hot dip fans round these parts! Can't wait to try this out!
I can't wait to try this! We love poppers and they are time consuming! Your version is perfect, pinned to make soon!
looks yummy, I am sure mr. husband would really like this. I have pinned and will try thank you andi thewednesdaybaker
This looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing! 🙂 Have a great weekend, Angie!
Looks delicious! Seems more creative than my Triscuit breaded tofu recipe!
This dip looks amazing! I also wanted to let you know that this recipe has been Pinned and featured on Krafty Cards etc. Recipe Round Up #2. You can view the post and other great recipes here: http://kraftycardsetc.blogspot.com/2013/06/recipe-round-up-2.html
Have a great day!
Maria
I could see how Triscuits would work very well with this! I love jalapeno anything & I'm pretty sure I'd be devouring this! I followed you from the link party with Stone Gable, by the way! Also, I’d like to invite you to come link up with me at my link party! I’d love it if you could stop by & link up some of your recipes! Here's the link: http://anyonitanibbles.blogspot.co.uk/2013/06/tasty-tuesdays-14-plus-16-dad-approved-fathers-day-recipes.html
This sounds and looks delicious!!! Please come share it at Two Girls and a Party linky party!!http://www.lifewiththecrustcutoff.com/two-girls-and-a-party-linky-party-20/
I love anything jalepeno. Yum! This looks really good!
Looks wonderful and perfect for my girl's night in on Friday! Can you just tell me what brand of bbq sauce you used? I don't want to mess it up!
ps I'm a Brit born gal who now lives in Calgary 😉
What brand BBQ sauce did you use and did you use imitation bacon bits or real bacon bits?
This was absolutely delicious. Thanks for sharing your recipe. I shared this on my teaching blog.
Renee
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