Spicy Baked Party Dip Recipe

This Spicy Baked Party Dip is the perfect crowd-pleaser! A creamy, cheesy, and spicy blend of cream cheese, garlic, taco seasoning, and pecans, baked to bubbly perfection. Save time by toasting the pecans in advance. For larger gatherings, simply double the recipe and serve in two dishes. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 188.4 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Spicy Baked Party Dip

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How to Make Spicy Baked Party Dip

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. Toast pecans: Spread 1 cup pecan halves on a small baking sheet. Bake for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted. Transfer to a small bowl, stir in 2 tablespoons melted butter and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup picante sauce.
  4. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Stir in the toasted pecans.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Increase oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until lightly browned on top (optional).
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite crackers or tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

43g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Baked Party Dip?

Spicy Baked Party Dip takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Baked Party Dip?

Spicy Baked Party Dip has approximately 188.4 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Baked Party Dip?

The key ingredients for Spicy Baked Party Dip are Pecans, Butter, Salt, Cream Cheese, Fresh Garlic, Taco Seasoning. See the full list with measurements above.

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