Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened: This is the base of the dip, adding creaminess and richness. It creates a smooth texture that’s irresistible!
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend): Adds gooeyness and that cheesy flavor we all love. It melts beautifully, making every bite delightful.
- 1 cup salsa: Brings in a zesty kick and a nice contrast in texture. Choose your favorite type—mild, medium, or spicy.
- ½ cup sour cream: This is essential for creating the web design and adds a tangy, creamy finish to the dip.
- Black olives (sliced): Perfect for adding a spooky touch as “spiders”!
- Tortilla chips or vegetable sticks: For serving and scooping! These are essential for enjoying every bite of that delicious dip.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your dip gets bubbly and warm, making it irresistible.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. If you find it too firm, microwave it for about 15 seconds to soften it a bit. You want it creamy and spreadable, so don’t rush this step!
- Add the Salsa: Gently fold in the salsa. This adds a delightful zesty flavor and a beautiful color to your dip. The mixture should have a lovely pink hue from the salsa mixing with the cream cheese.
- Layer the Cheese: Spread the cream cheese and salsa mixture evenly in a 9-inch pie dish or any oven-safe serving dish. Make sure it’s spread out evenly so it heats up nicely. Don’t worry about perfection; it’ll all come together once it’s baked!
- Top with Shredded Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the top. You can never have too much cheese, right? This layer will create that melty goodness we all crave.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden on top. Keep an eye on it—when it starts to smell amazing, it’s almost done!
Creating the Spider Web Design
- Create the Spider Web: While the dip is baking, prepare the sour cream in a small bowl to make it easier to pipe. You can use a zip-top bag with a small corner cut off or a piping bag. If you’re feeling adventurous, you could even use a squeeze bottle!
- Draw the Web: Once the dip is out of the oven and slightly cooled, pipe the sour cream in a spiral shape starting from the center. Then, use a toothpick to drag lines outwards, creating a spider web effect. It doesn’t have to be perfect; the charm is in the handmade touch!
- Add Spiders: Place the sliced olives around the dip to resemble creepy spiders perched on the web. This is where you can get creative—arrange them however you like!
- Serve and Enjoy: Grab some tortilla chips or veggies and dig in! You’ll be the life of the Halloween party with this spooktacular dip.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 10g