5 Minute Chipotle Cheddar Dip And Spread (Addictive!)

Savory and addictive, this Chipotle Cheddar Dip is bound to be your new favorite snack companion! Ready in just 5 minutes, this recipe makes the most delicious spread or dip.

Pair it with chips, veggies, pretzels, crackers, and all your favorite dippers. It’s packed with yummy flavor and so easy to make, you’ll wonder why you haven’t made this a staple already!

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• 💚 Why You'll Love This Recipe
• 🧂 Ingredients Needed
• 🔪 Instructions
• ❔ FAQs
• 💭 Expert Tips and Tricks
• 💡 Substitutions and Variations
• 🥫 Storage
• 🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
• ✔️ More Appetizer Dip Recipes You'll Love
• 📋 Recipe Card
• 💬 Reviews and Comments

💚 Why You'll Love This Recipe

Ready in five minutes, this super easy chipotle cheese dip is perfect to pair with all of your favorite dippers! If you need a quick and satisfying appetizer with just the right amount of heat, this creamy dip is the perfect contender.

The only problem with it is that there are never any leftovers to enjoy later! So be warned, if you are counting on having some left to treat yourself later in the week, you had better make some extra and hide it in the back of the fridge.

Pair it with these Olive Parmesan Pretzel Bites or use it as a spread for sandwiches. However you choose to enjoy it, this dip is sure to be a smash with any crowd!

If you love serving dips, this delicious Tuna Dip is another great one for parties. It's similar to a crab dip, but a lot less expensive while still being really tasty!

🧂 Ingredients Needed

• bouillon cube - it may seem like an odd choice, but adding vegetable bouillon infuses this chipotle cheddar dip with a fantastic savory flavor.
• sour cream and mayo - these two ingredients form the base of this dip and give it a creamy and indulgent texture.
• cheese - combine Parmesan with shredded cheddar cheese for the perfect pop of cheese flavor.
• seasonings - I use chipotle powder alongside garlic powder and onion powder for lots of flavor.
• sugar - helps balance out some of the saltiness with a hint of sweet.
• lime juice - cuts through the heavy, savory dip with a pop of citrus.

🔪 Instructions

❔ FAQs

💭 Expert Tips and Tricks

• You can serve this dip right away, but it tastes even better if you give it a couple of hours to sit in the fridge so the flavors can develop!
• Feel free to double or even triple this recipe if you're looking to feed a larger crowd or want leftover dip to keep around.
• Start with a smaller portion of the seasonings, especially the chipotle powder, and give the dip a taste once you're done mixing it up. Continue adding seasonings as needed to reach a flavor you like.
• For a super smooth texture, an electric mixer or food processor can be used to mix this dip.

📌 Creamy and delicious with the perfect kick of heat, this chipotle cheese dip is your new favorite 5-minute appetizer recipe!

💡 Substitutions and Variations

• I recommend using sharp cheddar cheese for best results, but you could also use a different variety of shredded cheese like pepper jack or a Mexican blend.
• Substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream for a slightly lighter version of this dish.
• Top with chopped green onions, a sprinkle of chipotle powder, black beans, diced tomatoes, cilantro, chives, diced red bell peppers, or a dollop of sour cream.
• For a smoky flavor without as much of the heat, use smoked paprika for some of the chipotle.
• Give this dip an even thicker texture by adding a bit of cream cheese or some tomato puree.
• Another way to add flavor and heat to this dip is by mixing in some adobe sauce, which is also made with chipotle.

🥫 Storage

Keep your dip covered in the fridge, where it'll last for 3 to 4 days (if you don't eat it all up first!)

I don't recommend freezing this dip, as the texture might become grainy when you thaw it and the flavors might not be quite the same.

🍴 What To Serve With This Dish

Can't get enough snacks? Pair your chipotle cheddar cheese dip with these Chipotle Lime Roasted Peanuts, or bring in something sweet like Oatmeal Banana Cookies or Cinnamon Sugar Soft Pretzels!

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Update Notes: This post was originally published in January 2014, and was republished with tips, step by step photos, and a recipe change in December 2023.