Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip Recipe

This vibrant Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip is the perfect quick & easy appetizer or pasta sauce! Made with creamy cheese, flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, and your favorite pesto (homemade or store-bought!), this recipe is ready in minutes. Serve with crackers, grilled chicken, or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing snack, or toss it with warm pasta for a creamy, gourmet meal. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 1678.9 kcal
Protein 73g
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Ingredients for Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip

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How to Make Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip

  1. Combine 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened, and 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained) in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  2. Add the remaining 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained) and pulse until coarsely chopped. Do not over-process.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of your favorite pesto.
  4. Spread half of the cheese mixture onto a serving platter.
  5. Top with half of the pesto mixture.
  6. Repeat layers with remaining cheese and pesto mixtures.
  7. Serve immediately with crackers, grilled chicken, or fresh vegetables. Alternatively, add to warm pasta for a delicious creamy sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

60 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

502g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip?

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip?

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip has approximately 1678.9 calories per serving, with about 73 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 253 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip?

The key ingredients for Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Cheese Dip are Cream Cheese, Sun Dried Tomatoes Packed In Oil, Pesto Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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