Alabama Fire Cracker Dip: The Ultimate Spicy Party Appetizer Recipe
Alabama Fire Cracker Dip is a creamy, spicy party appetizer featuring a zesty blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, ranch and Italian dressings, green chilies, cheeses, green onions, and pickled jalapeños. This no-cook dip is perfect for gatherings, offering a bold and flavorful kick that pairs wonderfully with crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix
- 1 (1 ounce) package dry Italian dressing mix
- 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped (more or less to taste)
- Crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Get Started: Ensure the cream cheese is softened by microwaving it in 15-second intervals, stirring between intervals, until softened but not melted.
- Combine the Base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise together using an electric mixer until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the Flavor Boosters: Mix in the dry ranch dressing mix and dry Italian dressing mix until completely incorporated into the creamy mixture.
- Incorporate the Chilies: Add the undrained chopped green chilies and stir well until evenly distributed throughout the dip.
- Cheese Time: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until evenly blended into the dip.
- Add the Green Onions and Jalapeños: Fold in the chopped green onions and chopped pickled jalapeños, adjusting the amount of jalapeños based on your preferred spice level. Mix thoroughly.
- Chill Out: Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld together.
- Prepare for Serving: Before serving, stir the dip well and transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Choose Your Crackers: Serve the dip alongside your favorite crackers for scooping.
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with extra shredded cheese, additional green onions, or extra jalapeños for added flavor and presentation.
- Enjoy! Dig in and enjoy this bold and spicy southern-inspired party dip.
Notes
- For easier spreading, ensure the cream cheese is softened but not melted.
- Adjust the amount of pickled jalapeños to taste depending on desired spiciness.
- This dip can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
- Serve with a variety of crackers, such as buttery, multigrain, or spicy options.
- For a lower-fat version, substitute light cream cheese and mayonnaise.
Keywords: Alabama Fire Cracker Dip, Spicy Party Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Jalapeño Dip, Southern Appetizer, Easy Party Recipes
