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Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip: A Deliciously Sweet and Savory Appetizer Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in this creamy and spicy Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip, perfect for any gathering! This appetizer blends smooth cream cheese, tangy sour cream, sharp cheddar, and mild mozzarella cheeses with a sweet and spicy kick from hot honey. Garnished with fresh green onions and baked to bubbly perfection, it pairs beautifully with fresh veggies, crackers, or crusty bread for a crowd-pleasing starter that’s both sweet and savory.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

To Serve

  • Fresh veggies, crackers, or bread

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cream cheese base: In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Using a hand mixer or a spatula, beat the cream cheese until it’s smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add sour cream: Incorporate the sour cream into the bowl and mix until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
  3. Mix in cheeses: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses into the mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.
  4. Add hot honey: Pour in the hot honey and mix thoroughly to integrate the sweet and spicy flavors. If making homemade hot honey, combine honey with a few red pepper flakes and let it infuse for several hours.
  5. Season the dip: Stir in the chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
  6. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
  7. Transfer to baking dish: Spoon the dip mixture into a 9-inch pie dish or small casserole dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Add extra cheese topping: For added cheesiness, sprinkle more shredded cheddar and mozzarella evenly on top of the dip.
  9. Bake the dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and has a golden, slightly crusty surface.
  10. Cool and garnish: Remove from the oven carefully and let the dip cool for a few minutes. Garnish with extra chopped green onions and, optionally, drizzle with additional hot honey before serving.
  11. Serve: Offer the warm dip alongside fresh veggies, crackers, or crusty bread to enjoy its creamy, sweet, and spicy flavor combination.

Notes

  • This dip is ideal for parties, game days, or cozy nights in where a flavorful appetizer is needed.
  • Adjust the amount of hot honey and crushed red pepper flakes to customize the level of heat to your preference.
  • If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the crushed red pepper flakes altogether.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and warm gently before serving again.

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