Description
This Hot Honey Chili Crunch Dip is a creamy and flavorful appetizer blending the smoothness of cream cheese with the spicy sweetness of hot honey and chili crunch. Enhanced with sharp cheddar, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime kick, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for party platters and pairs wonderfully with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Dip Base
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons hot honey
- 1 ½ tablespoons chili crunch
Mix-ins
- ¾ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend the base: Place the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer to beat it until creamy. Add the mayonnaise, hot honey, and chili crunch, then mix until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Add the mix-ins: Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Chill and serve: Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled alongside crackers, chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetables like carrots and celery.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add more chili crunch to taste.
- Hot honey can be substituted with regular honey mixed with a bit of chili flakes if unavailable.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead to deepen the flavors.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
