This delicious jalapeno spinach dip is loaded with excellent flavors and popping colors. It's also creamy, cheesy, and spicy all at once—a terrific combination that could satisfy your family and guests.
Whether it is a special occasion or a family weeknight meal, this delicious side dish could meet all your expectations.
From the name, you can guess its main ingredients. Yes, this jalapeño spinach dip is made with jalapeños, spinach, and a few other simple gradients. All you need to do is dump, mix, and bake(like this jalapeno artichoke dip).
This creamy and savory jalapeño spinach dip is one of our favorite side dishes to pair with chips, veggies, bread, or meat.
It has all the potential to become a star dish in any party or event. Not to mention, it's a great, easy-to-make dish for get-togethers and the holiday season.
And above all, if you take them to a party, you would always return home empty bowls.
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The ingredients
Spinach. Adds nutritious value to the dip. It also provides a nice contrast green color and an appetitive look.
Jalapeños. It boosts up the flavors and gives a spicy kick. I have used fresh jalapeños(it worked great in this jalapeno sour cream dip as well). However, pickled or frozen peppers are also equally good depending on their availability or personal preference.
Remove the seeds and the white membrane before adding them to this jalapeno spinach dip recipe to minimize the heat.
If you are a beginner, always wear gloves while working with jalapeños to avoid skin sensitivities.
Cream cheese. Gives a body and a creamy texture to the dip. Go for low-fat cream cheese to keep the calorie count low.
Sour cream. A slight tanginess also helps to thin the jalapeno spinach dip to the desirable consistency. Feel free to substitute with Greek yogurt.
Garlic. A dip recipe is incomplete without garlic. Gives a fresh and savory flavor.
Cheese. I have used sharp cheddar cheese. Parmesan and mozzarella cheese are also most welcomed in this recipe.
Spices. Black pepper and salt make this dish a complete one.
Step-by-step instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
If you are using frozen spinach, first let it thaw. To thaw, leave it in the refrigerator overnight or gently microwave it for 30 seconds.
Then, drain and squeeze out the excess liquid.
Add softened cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, roughly chopped jalapeños, minced garlic, salt, and crushed pepper in a large mixing bowl.
Using a whisk mix all the ingredients until they are combined.
Now add the squeezed spinach to the mixing bowl and stir gently until it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the spinach mixture to the baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake the dip for about 25 to 30 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the top surface slightly crispy.
Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
Enjoy the jalapeño spinach dip with your favorite dipping snacks, such as toasted bread, tortilla chips, and veggie strips.
How spicy is jalapeno spinach dip?
The spiciness of this jalapeño spinach dip is highly customizable according to our personal preference. Jalapeños are considered to be moderately hot chili peppers.
If you are using the whole jalapeño, the spice level of this dish could be mild/medium spiciness (note that the heat level varies highly on every pepper).
If you prefer the dip to be mild spice, scoop out the seeds and the white membrane inside the jalapeños and add just a flesh of the pepper. This way, the jalapeño spinach dip is loaded with all the jalapeño flavors minus the heat.
More dip recipes
Besides this jalapeno spinach dip recipe, here are some other delicious spicy dip recipes that are sure to please.
Thicker consistency dips. Spicy peanut butter, Jalapeno cream cheese, Carrot sriracha hummus, Jalapeno avocado sauce
Thin consistency dips. Cajun aioli, Jalapeno cheese sauce, Jalapeno ranch, Jalapeno sour cream dip
How to store jalapeno spinach dip?
Usually, in my home, the jalapeño spinach dip gets finished off as soon as it's made. If you have leftovers, then I recommend refrigerating.
Refrigerate. This creamy dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days.
Freezer. This dish doesn't provide the best results when frozen, as the spinach texture can turn watery and mushy when thawed, ruining the entire dish. So, I would highly suggest refrigerating for the best results.
Make-ahead options?
This spicy spinach dip is a make-ahead-friendly recipe. Making it ahead of time allows the flavors to develop and meld together.
You can make it two days in advance, and remember to store it in an airtight container and refrigerate it until you're ready to enjoy the dip.
Give it a good stir until all the ingredients combine well. If you find the dip to be thicker, you can adjust it by adding a splash of milk or a couple of teaspoons of sour cream until it reaches your desired consistency.
What to serve with?
Though any appetizer of your choice would work well, the following are some suggestions.
Chips. The classic way to enjoy this jalapeño spinach dip is to serve it with tortilla or pita chips.
Crackers. Whole-grain, multigrain, or any type of crackers will absolutely work well. Pretzels are also a great combination to try.
Bread. Baguette slices or crostini are my family’s favorite.
Vegetables. This jalapeno spinach dip is delicious with fresh-cut vegetables like celery, carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers.
Unlimited options. Feel free to be creative and try different dipping options to suit your preference.
Tools needed
Mixing bowl. A large, making mixing bowl that stays in place is excellent while risking the ingredients.
Microwave. If you want to serve the dip warm, an efficient microwave is needed to heat up before serving.
Air-tight containers. A good quality airtight container is needed for better results.
Can I make a skinny version of this jalapeño spinach dip?
Greek yogurt. You can substitute the entire or part of the sour cream with Greek plain yogurt.
Reduced fat cheese. Use low-fat cheese.
Baked chips. Serve along with baked tortillas or pita chips. Serve with vegetables for a lighter option.
Printable recipe card
Jalapeno spinach dip
Ingredients
- ¼ cup jalapeno roughly chopped
- 12 ounce frozen spinach thawed and drained
- 8 ounce sour cream
- 8 ounce cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon peppercorn crushed
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 11/4 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Thaw and drain the spinach. And squeeze out the excess liquid as much as possible.
- In a mixing bowl, add sour cream, cream cheese, crushed peppercorn, and chopped jalapeno.
- Mix until all the ingredients are combined thoroughly.
- Now stir in spinach and gently mix until it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to the baking dish.
- And bake for up to 25-30 minutes until the edges becomes golden brown and the top surface turns crispy.
- Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
- And ENJOY the dip.
TAYLER ROSS
I made this dip over the weekend and it was a hit with everyone! The perfect amount of spice!
Sujatha Muralidhar
Hey Ross, glad to hear that you all liked this recipe. And my family loves it too!!
Nathan
Spinach dip is one of my favorite snacks, but I've never tried it with jalapeno before. Definitely excited to see how this turns out, thanks for sharing!
rebecca
yum! I love dipping bell peppers and chips into this dip! it's so flavorful and as spicy as I want it to be
Sandhya S
Simply delicious dip!! I am going to try it for my Cinco de Mayo Party.
TAYLER ROSS
I made this dip for a party over the weekend and it was fantastic! Everyone was asking for the recipe!
Dina Miller
Top asked for dip at our last party! Loved it!