Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz softened block cream cheese
- 1½ cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar, about 6 oz
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives, optional
- Small pinch of salt, only if needed
- Optional extra hot honey, cheese, jalapeño, or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Beat softened cream cheese with sour cream, Dijon, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper until smooth.
- Mix in the measured hot honey.
- Fold in cheddar, one diced jalapeño, and optional chives. Add more jalapeño according to heat preference.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste with your chosen accompaniment and add salt only if needed.
- Let a serving portion soften briefly if necessary. Garnish lightly and serve with a spreading knife and suitable dippers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes