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Baked Mexican Cheese Dip – Creamy, spicy, and super cheesy! The perfect dip for game day, get togethers or just because!
This cheese dip has been in the family for about at least 35 years. It became known as “The Dip” in the family, it was so popular and everyone just knew what it was. It came from a magazine with the name Baked Mexican Cheese Dip, so that is what we are calling it here.
It is loaded with cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese and spicy salsa. Baked until super creamy and extra delicious, it will surely be a hit at your next get together. It is authentic Mexican….not even close! But because I got the recipe out of a magazine, I am keeping their name, since the recipe was originally theirs.

Today I am partnering with Dairy MAX; a non-profit dairy council representing dairy farm families across Colorado, southwest Kansas, Montana, New Mexico, western Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming. As you know if you have been around here before, I am a huge proponent of real dairy being a part of your diet. Not only is it super nutritious and full of nutrients, it tastes good!
What’s In Mexican Cheese Dip
This could not be easier to throw together, just 4 ingredients I have had memorized for years!
- Cream Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Cheddar Cheese
- Hot Salsa – there isn’t much in there, so even if you don’t like things very spicy, I like to use hot for the flavor.

Milk and other dairy products are a major part of a healthy diet. You don’t have to just eat a piece of cheese or have a glass of milk. You can make an easy dinner like Sausage Pasta Skillet that has cheese mixed in. Or it can be having yogurt for a snack or even Banana Pancakes for breakfast that are loaded with milk. Or just go to town on this cream cheese dip, up to you!
How To Make Mexican Cheese Dip
- In a large bowl mix all of the ingredients together until they are well combined.
- Spread into an oven safe baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
You can also make this ahead and put in a crock pot to warm for a few hours before you are ready to serve it.

How To Serve Mexican Cheese Dip
Cheese Dip is pretty much a staple in every house during football season, and this Mexican cheese dip is a fun way to mix it up! Serve with plenty of tortilla chips for dipping. You can even bulk it up by adding seasoned meat or beans.
A little hot salsa goes a long way, but if you like it extra hot, feel free to mix in extra hot sauce.
Can I Make This In The Crockpot
Absolutely! You can even make it ahead of time and have it waiting for you. Just mix all of the ingredients together and instead of putting in the oven, put it in the crockpot and have it hot and bubbly for a party! Have your crockpot on low for a couple hours, stirring every so often until it is melted and hot.
So the next time you are going to make a cheese dip, mix it up! Everyone will love this version of cream cheese dip with a kick! You can find tons more dairy recipes at DairyMax.

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- Buffalo Chicken Sliders
- White Queso
- Refried Bean Dip
- Baked Goat Cheese Dip
- Bacon Cheeseburger Dip
- Cheesy Sausage Wonton Cups
- Cheesy Corn Dip
- Hot Crab Dip
Baked Mexican Cheese Dip

Baked Mexican Cheese Dip - Creamy, spicy, and super cheesy! The perfect dip for game day, get togethers or just because!
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup hot salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F
- Mix all of the ingredients together until well blended.
- Pour into an 8x8 inch baking dish. Baked for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Serve with tortilla chips
Notes
You can place all the ingredients in a crock pot and heat on low for 3-4 hours until hot and bubbly instead of baking.
Nutrition Information
Yield
10Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 345Total Fat 31gSaturated Fat 18gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 93mgSodium 463mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 0gSugar 3gProtein 11g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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Liz says
I was looking for an easy cheesy dip for my book club and this was perfect!!
Jennifer Farley says
This is so tasty! I want to eat this all weekend long!
Aysegul says
I was looking for a tasty recipe thatbI can use for my party. And this is it. Thanks :).
Joanne says
Can’t believe how easy this is. So good!
Barbara Schieving says
Definitely irresistible!
Dorothy at Shockinglydelish says
We are having some friends over to watch some great football games this weekend. This is going on the menu! Looks delicious!
Brandy O'Neill says
This sounds and looks amazing! Can’t wait to make it. I know it will go FAST in my house!
Chrissie Baker says
Wow, this is really a great snack! This recipe looks super easy and full of ingredients my family loves. Looking forward to trying soon.
Melanie Bauer says
Wow looks awesome! Love how easy to make this tasty and flavorful recipe, adding to my list of must makes!
Bree says
So delicious and so easy! And low-carb! Love this!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
I like to call this, “The Best Football Food Ever!”
Dee says
This looks awesome! Definitely making this tonight
Jennifer says
There is nothing I don’t love about this recipe! I cannot wait to make it!
heather says
Love this recipe and so does my family! Great for a party!
Kara says
This looks so yummy, and I can’t believe it only has three ingredients. It will be perfect for holiday gatherings this season! I may even make it for Halloween to balance out all that sugar my kids bring home!
Sabrina says
I am ready to dig right into this! I can see why it’s called “the Dip”!! No other options needed.
Krista says
What a great dip to have for Monday night football!
Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says
I’m ready to dig in! It looks really amazing!
Dorothy at Shockinglydelish says
This looks like a dip my crew will fight over! Look at all of the cheesy goodness!!
nancy says
Too bad you have to go to their site to get it to PIN.
Erin S says
If you are on Pinterest you can pin directly from there. I am not sure how you found the recipe, but I am not aware of being able to pin directly from Facebook or Google. But that isn’t a my site thing, that is a Pinterest thing.
Sandra H says
I make a similar recipe but I add chopped red and green sweet peppers and green or red onion.
Teri C. says
I might add a bit of taco seasoning or chili powder. I have not tried it yet but looks great for a change from standard cheese dip.
Anne F. says
We just be “neighbors” as we get milk delivered from Morning Fresh Dairy too! Can’t wait to try this recipe.