Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

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This Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip is perfect for parties! It’s an easy recipe (just 2 ingredients!) that feeds a crowd. Serve with chips or chopped veggies for dipping.

tortilla chip in Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

Creamy Salsa Dip

If you like cream cheese and salsa, you’ll love this dip! Just combine a block of cream cheese and your favorite salsa in a food processor. Mix until smooth and add to a serving bowl. We love this dip with tortilla chips, potato chips, chopped veggies, or even pretzels. It’s always a hit.

bowl of creamy Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

And it takes just minutes to whip up! Just cut the block of cream cheese into pieces for easy blending, and add to a food processor with a steel blade. Pour in the salsa and mix for just 10 seconds. Use a spatula to scoop out every last tasty bit of that dip into an appetizer bowl and serve!

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Looking for more appetizers with just a few ingredients? These recipes are super easy and come together in no time: Prosciutto Wrapped Cantaloupe Skewers Appetizer, Frozen Cheese Curds In Air Fryer, and Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli.

How To Make Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip

For this recipe, you’ll need a food processor with a steel blade. Makes the process so much easier.

First cut the cream cheese into about 4 pieces, for easier blending. Place in food processor.

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Pour in one cup of salsa. Blend both ingredients together until smooth- about 10-20 seconds.

Scoop mixture out of food processor and into a small dip bowl. Stir to incorporate any unblended salsa.

Serve with chips or chopped vegetables.

tortilla chip with Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip on it

Cooking Tips

  • Leave cream cheese out on the countertop to come to room temperature for easier blending
  • If you do not have a food processor, you can blend the cream cheese and salsa in a mixing bowl. First mash the cheese with a fork and then mix both ingredients together with a spatula
  • Serving ideas: tortilla chips, potato chips, chopped veggies, or pretzels

salsa and cream cheese next to a bowl of Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

How Long Does Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip Last In The Fridge?

If stored in a well-sealed container, this dip can stay fresh for about 2 days in the fridge.

tortilla chip in Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

Can You Freeze Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip?

Yes! As long as it’s in a sealed, freeze-safe container. The texture will change a bit though, and become less creamy and more grainy. Instead, you may want to use the leftovers in other recipes such as casseroles or a sandwich topping.

hand holding tortilla chip scooping up Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

What To Serve With Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

Other homemade dips would make an awesome appetizer set-up for your next party. Try serving Best Ever 7 Layer Dip Recipe, Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip, and Keto Bacon Cheddar Dip Recipe alongside a variety of “dippers” like chips and chopped veggies.

We also love serving a variety of appetizers together. Something for everyone! Check out some real crowd pleasers: Air Fryer Frozen Crab Rangoon, Air Fryer Artichokes, and Air Fryer Frozen Pizza Bagel Bites.

easy appetizer Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip on a tortilla chip

More Appetizer Dips To Try

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Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip

This Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip is perfect for parties! It's an easy recipe (just 2 ingredients!) that feeds a crowd. Serve with chips or chopped veggies for dipping.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Keyword: Cream Cheese And Salsa Dip
Cooking Method: No-Cook
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 145kcal

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese block
  • 1 cup salsa

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Instructions

  • First cut the cream cheese into about 4 pieces, for easier blending. Place in food processor.
  • Pour in one cup of salsa.
  • Blend both ingredients together until smooth- about 10-20 seconds.
  • Scoop mixture out of food processor and into a small dip bowl. Stir to incorporate any unblended salsa.
  • Serving suggestion: chips or chopped vegetables for dipping

Notes

  • Leave cream cheese out on the countertop to come to room temperature for easier blending
  • If you do not have a food processor, you can blend the cream cheese and salsa in a mixing bowl. First mash the cheese with a fork and then mix both ingredients together with a spatula
  • Serving ideas: tortilla chips, potato chips, chopped veggies, or pretzels
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 716IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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