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Hissy Fit Dip

Hissy Fit Dip: Your New Favorite Cheesy Party Star!

Hissy Fit Dip is an easy-to-make, cheesy appetizer that impresses at any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise can reduce for lighter dip
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese shredded
For the Sausage Layer
  • 1 lb Ground Sausage mild or spicy
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Garnish & Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional, for garnish
  • as needed Crackers, Tortilla Chips, or Bread for serving

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hissy Fit Dip
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish.
  2. Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold in sharp cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, cooked sausage, diced green chiles, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and any additional seasonings.
  5. Spread the mixture into the greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dip can be customized with different cheeses and spice levels. Make ahead for convenience or use a slow cooker for easy preparation.

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