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March 09, 2022
If you go crazy for jalapeño poppers, you’ll love my Jalapeño Popper Cheese Dip. This creamy appetizer features my top-rated Garlic Jalapeño Rub, a crisp crust, and just the right amount of kick. Every good get-together needs a dip, and this recipe will go over well with friends and family.
My wife’s been making this decadent dip for years. I put my own BBQ spin on it, and now we enjoy it Heath Riles style. This is perfect for game days, boy’s nights, and holidays. Serve it alongside my smoked meat recipes for a killer spread. Everyone will be dying to know the recipe!
This appetizer is easy to make and is always a crowd-pleaser. You won’t believe how easy it is to make dips on the grill! This is a fantastic recipe for novice pitmasters because it involves no guesswork. You’ll have a gooey, cheesy dip ready to serve in less than an hour.
I've got you covered if you’re looking for an appetizer that doesn’t require many ingredients. My Jalapeño Popper Cheese Dip is a fun twist on your typical hot dip. Here’s what you need to pull this recipe together.
Here’s the main equipment I used for this recipe. Find more of my grilling favorites in the equipment and tools section.
You can find detailed instructions for this cook in the recipe card and corresponding video at the bottom of the post. For now, enjoy this brief overview.
Cooking this dip on the top shelf gave it a golden crust. The topping added texture to this dip, which you don’t see in many recipes. The dip was gooey with just the right pop of jalapeno heat.
Serve this delicious dip with veggies, chips, or your favorite crackers. You can also add leftover dip to toasted bread for a change of pace.
If you find yourself with leftovers, store them in the fridge for up to three days. You can reheat this dip on the grill or in the oven.
Traeger Timberline 1300, Traeger’s Hickory Pellets, cutting board, cast iron skillet.
Category
Appetizers
Cook Time
45 minutes
Heath Riles BBQ Garlic Jalapeno Rub
2 8oz packages of cream cheese, softened
1 cup of mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup of diced jalapeños
3 tablespoons of melted butter
1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs
Get Traeger grill, or grill of your choice, up to temperature of approximately 375 º with hickory pellets.
Mix cream cheese, mayo, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar, 1/4 cup of jalapeños, and Heath Riles BBQ Garlic Jalapeno Rub together in a bowl.
Place your mixture evenly in an oiled cast iron skillet.
Mix panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup of cheddar, melted butter, and Heath Riles BBQ Garlic Jalapeno Rub.
Spread mixture evenly on top of your cream cheese mixture in the cast iron skillet.
Put your cast iron skillet on the grill at 375 º.
The total cook time is about 45 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve with chips, crackers, or veggies.