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A vibrant bowl of Texas Trash Dip featuring a bubbly, melted cheese topping with visible chunks of diced tomatoes, green onions, and jalapenos. The dip is served in a rustic ceramic bowl on a wooden platter, surrounded by tortilla chips, fresh herbs, and colorful sliced vegetables, creating a tempting and vibrant presentation with a gooey, cheesy texture.

Texas Gooey Cheese Dip The Ultimate Party Favorite

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A rich, cheesy Texas Trash Dip loaded with flavorful ingredients, perfect for sharing at parties or casual gatherings. Featuring melted cheese, fresh diced tomatoes, green onions, and jalapenos, served with crispy tortilla chips.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 block (8 oz) of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup cooked bacon bits
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped jalapenos
  • 1 package (about 10 oz) tortilla chips
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar, cream cheese, bacon bits, diced tomatoes, green onions, and jalapenos.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden around the edges.
  4. Remove from oven and top with extra green onions or cilantro if desired.
  5. Serve hot with tortilla chips and enjoy your cheesy party dip!

Notes

  • You can add cooked ground beef or chicken for extra protein.
  • Adjust the heat level by adding more or fewer jalapenos.
  • This dip can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Party Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of the dip
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg