This dip is perfect for a Mexican-themed dinner party served as a dip for all the appetizers. The prep time for making this dip is under 5 minutes, and all the ingredients are easy to keep on hand for an impromptu get-together with friends.
Dipping Good Cold Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
This is a unique dip because it’s super cheesy, but it’s cold and creamy. Also, it’s very customizable; if you want a spicy dip, all you have to do is choose a spicy salsa to mix in. I like to add some extra sweet heat by stirring in pickled jalapenos.
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Ingredients You Will Need To Buy
- Cream cheeses: To get a smooth, creamy dip, it’s very important to allow your cream cheese to soften to room temperature. If you are in a hurry, using the soften setting on your microwave would also work.
- Sour cream: I suggest full-fat sour cream for the richest-tasting dip.
- Seasoning: You can use my homemade taco seasoning or your favorite store brand.
- Salsa: Here is where you can get creative. Buy your favorite brand sales. You can choose spicy, mild, chunky, or smooth. I like salas with beans or corn also in this recipe.
- Cheese: I usually use cheddar cheese, but if I’m making it for someone who likes heat, I will use pepper jack cheese.
- Green onions: This is a nice mild onion that balances the cheeses. Slice it very thin, using all of the white parts and the green tops.
- Pickled Jalapenos: We love my homemade candy, aka pickled jalapenos. However, you can also find a jar of sweet and spicy pickled jalapenos in the pickle aisle of your local grocery store.
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Instructions Cream Cheese Salsa Dip Recipe
Blend
- Combine the softened cream cheese and the sour cream into a bowl.
- Using a whisk, blend the cream cheese and sour cream until they are creamy. This takes about a minute.
Combine Ingredients
- Add all the other ingredients to the mixture.
- Whisk all the ingredents together.
Chill and Serve
- Once the dip is blended well place it into a serving dish.
- Chill for about an hour in your fridge before serving (if you can wait that long)
- Top with green onions and serve with tortilla chips.
Recipe Variations and Mix-ins
I’m a salsa lover and have several homemade salsa recipes that you could use instead of canned store-bought salsa.
I’m sharing a basic recipe for cream cheese dip, but I encourage you to get creative. Try mixing in a few of these extra items.
- Sliced black olives
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- 1/3 cup of black beans or my copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa
Serving Ideas For Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
- This cream cheese salsa dip is perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or my husband’s favorite chili cheese Fritos.
- Serve with fresh veggies such as celery and carrot sticks.
- Use the dip as a filling for quesadillas
- This dip also makes a great filling for baked jalapeno poppers.
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Cold Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
Note: Be sure to read through the recipe’s post for tips and details about this recipe.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese , Softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning, You can use my recipe for homemade taco seasoning or buy your favorite store brand.
- ½ cup salsa , Your favorite variety
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, Finely shredded
- 2 green onions, Thinly slice the white and green parts of the onion
- ¼ cup pickled jalapenos , Finely chopped. These can be omitted but if you like your spice level turned up toss in some more. Use my recipe for cowboy candy or buy a jar at your local grocery.
Instructions
- Unwrap the cream cheese and place it in a medium bowl microwave-safe bowl. Set the microwave to soften, checking it every 30 seconds or so. If you do not have a soft setting, heat the cream cheese at 20% power for 30-second intervals. The goal is to have the cream cheese very soft but not melted. This will help make your dip creamy and smooth.8 ounces cream cheese
- Combine the softened cream cheese and the sour cream into a bowl.½ cup sour cream
- Using a whisk, blend the cream cheese and sour cream until they are creamy. This takes about a minute.2 tablespoons taco seasoning, ½ cup salsa, 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, 2 green onions, ¼ cup pickled jalapenos
- Add all the other ingredients to the cream cheese mixture.
- Whisk all the ingredents together.
- Once the dip is blended well place it into a serving dish.
- Chill for about an hour in your fridge before serving (if you can wait that long)
- Top with green onions and serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- This cream cheese salsa dip is perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or my husband’s favorite chili cheese Fritos.
- Serve with fresh veggies such as celery and carrot sticks.
- Use the dip as a filling for quesadillas
- This dip also makes a great filling for baked jalapeno poppers.