Description
This irresistibly indulgent dip combines the sweetness of blackberries and the heat of jalapeños with creamy cheese and succulent meatballs, making it the perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked meatballs
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup blackberry preserves
- 1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, blackberry preserves, and minced jalapeño until smooth.
- Stir in the cooked meatballs until well-coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips or bread.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, add more jalapeños or even a dash of hot sauce.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg