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Baked Chili Cheese Spread Recipe

This irresistible baked chili cheese spread is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Perfect for parties, potlucks, or barbecues, this recipe was a sensation at an office party – it vanished in minutes! Creamy, cheesy, and with a spicy kick, it's easily customizable with your favorite toppings like black olives and sour cream. Prepare to be amazed by how quickly this delicious dip disappears!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 356.2 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Chili Cheese Spread

  • 1/4 cup Yellow Cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 (4-ounce) can Diced Green Chilies, drained
  • 1 cup Green Onion, chopped
  • 2 cups Salsa
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • sliced Black Olives, for garnish (optional)
  • a dollop of Sour Cream, for garnish (optional)
  • Tortilla Chips, for serving
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • Crackers, for serving
  • Sliced baguette, for serving

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How to Make Baked Chili Cheese Spread

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Generously spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup cornmeal and 1 tablespoon chili powder. Sprinkle evenly over the bottom and sides of the prepared pan.
  4. In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon cumin until smooth and creamy.
  5. Stir in 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, drained, and 1/2 cup chopped green onions.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Spoon 1 cup of your favorite salsa over the batter.
  8. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese over the salsa.
  9. Spread the remaining batter over the cheese.
  10. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
  11. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  12. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
  13. Spread the remaining 1 cup salsa over the top.
  14. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and the remaining 1/2 cup chopped green onions.
  15. Garnish with sliced black olives and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
  16. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

104g

Carbs

1g

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