Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
A creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy dip made with cream cheese and salsa – perfect for any party or snack!
Ingredients
- 1 block (8 oz / 225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot, based on preference)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cumin (optional)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese: Let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to make mixing easier.
- Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin (if using). Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Optional cheese addition: Fold in shredded cheddar cheese for an extra cheesy dip.
- Chill: For best flavor, refrigerate for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with chopped cilantro or green onions and serve with tortilla chips or crackers.
Notes
- Use mild salsa for a kid-friendly dip or spicy salsa for an extra kick.
- This dip can be served warm by microwaving it for 30 seconds and stirring.