Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons hot honey
- 1 ½ tablespoons chili crunch
- ¾ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend Cream Cheese Base: Place the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer to whip it until smooth and creamy. This will create the fluffy base for your dip.
- Add Flavorings: Add the mayonnaise, hot honey, and chili crunch to the bowl. Continue mixing until all these ingredients are thoroughly combined with the cream cheese, infusing the base with sweet and spicy notes.
- Incorporate Fresh Ingredients: Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice. Add a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary to balance the flavors.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up. For best results, you can chill it overnight.
- Serve: Once chilled, transfer the dip to a serving bowl and present it alongside crackers, pretzels, chips, or fresh crudités such as carrots and celery for dipping.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili crunch and hot honey based on your preferred spice level and sweetness.
- Chilling for longer than 2 hours enhances the flavor melding and texture of the dip.
- For a tangier dip, add extra lime juice gradually to taste.
- Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dip is ideal for parties, game days, or as a flavorful snack anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
