Cheesy Baked Jalapeno Popper Dip

By cindyandmojo

Ingredients

• 6 jalapeños, divided
• 8 ounces (about 1 cup) mascarpone cheese
• 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
• 2 cups (8 ounces) cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon unsaled butter, melted

Details

Servings 8
Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 35mins
Adapted from savorysimple.net

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Slice one jalapeño into thin rounds for garnish; set aside. Seed and finely dice remaining jalapenos.
In large bowl, combine mascarpone, cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder and diced jalapenos. Spread mixture on bottom of 1-quart baking dish.
In separate bowl, combine Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs and melted butter; mix to combine. Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the dip. Top with reserved jalapeno slices.
Bake 30 minutes, or until dip is bubbly. Allow to cool at least 5 minutes before serving. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

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