Cottage Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip: High-Protein (Print Version)
High-protein cottage cheese jalapeño popper dip offers a creamy, spicy, and satisfying snack or appetizer. Easy to make and packed with flavor.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy High-Protein Base
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2 cups 4% fat cottage cheese
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4 oz light cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (0% or 2% fat)
→ Popper Power-Ups
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2 medium jalapeños, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat, or left in for more)
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1/4 cup pickled jalapeño slices, finely chopped
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1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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4 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
→ Flavor & Spice Boosters
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra kick)
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1 tbsp fresh lime juice
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Fresh Finishers
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2 tbsp chopped fresh green onions, for garnish
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1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cook 4 slices bacon until crispy; crumble and set aside. This prepares the oven and a key ingredient for your Cottage Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip (High-Protein).
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In a food processor, combine 2 cups 4% fat cottage cheese, 4 oz light cream cheese, and 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
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Transfer the creamy base to a large bowl. Stir in 2 medium finely diced jalapeños, 1/4 cup finely chopped pickled jalapeño slices, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (if using), and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice.
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Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Reserve about 1/4 of the crumbled bacon and a small pinch of each cheese for topping. Transfer the remaining Cottage Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip (High-Protein) mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish or similar oven-safe dish.
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Sprinkle the reserved cheeses and bacon over the top of the dip. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly around the edges and lightly golden on top. This ensures a perfectly cooked Cottage Cheese Jalapeño Popper Dip (High-Protein).
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Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh green onions and 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm with your favorite dippers.
# Notes:
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For a richer dip, you can use full-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt, adjusting macros as desired.
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Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
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Serve this high-protein dip with sturdy dippers like bell pepper strips, celery sticks, cucumber slices, whole-wheat pita chips, or your favorite crackers.
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To control the heat, remove all seeds and membranes from fresh jalapeños for a milder dip, or leave some in for more kick.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large mixing bowl
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Spatula
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 138 kcal
Total Fat: 9 g
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Protein: 13 g