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Flavorful Game Day Jalapeño Popper Dip in Sourdough Bread Bowl

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A creamy, spicy, and cheesy jalapeño popper dip baked inside a crusty sourdough bread bowl, perfect for game day gatherings and casual parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large round sourdough bread loaf (10–12 inches diameter)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 4 ounces)
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded (about 4 ounces)
  • 2–3 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (60 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Using a sharp serrated knife, cut a circular lid on top of the sourdough loaf about 2 inches from the edge. Hollow out the inside, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell to hold the dip. Save the bread chunks for toasting.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, shredded pepper jack, mayonnaise, and lime juice if using.
  4. Stir in finely chopped jalapeños, crumbled bacon if using, and sliced green onions.
  5. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
  6. Spoon the dip mixture into the hollowed sourdough bread bowl and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  8. Remove the lid, garnish with extra green onions or jalapeño slices, and serve with toasted bread chunks.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften fully at room temperature for easier mixing. Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation. Hollow the bread bowl carefully to maintain a sturdy shell. Rotate baking sheet halfway through baking for even cooking. If dip is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream. Leftover dip can be refrigerated and reheated at 350°F for 15 minutes. Toast bread chunks separately for dipping.

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Keywords: jalapeño popper dip, sourdough bread bowl, game day dip, cheesy dip, spicy appetizer, party food

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