Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and spicy with this Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip. Creamy, tangy cream cheese is elevated with a drizzle of hot honey, making it a delectable appetizer that’s both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 2–4 tbsp hot honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh chives, thyme
- Crushed red pepper
- Extra drizzle of hot honey
Instructions
- Mix Cream Cheese: In a medium bowl, blend softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Season: Stir in hot honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; adjust to taste.
- Prepare Dip: Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish. Serve chilled or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes until warm and bubbly.
- Finish: Drizzle with extra hot honey and add garnish before serving.
Notes
- Best served with sturdy dippers like crackers, crostini, pita chips, vegetables, or sliced baguette.
- For a smoky twist, sprinkle smoked paprika on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: No-Bake or Baking
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
