Description
These Jalapeño Cheese Squares are a cheesy, slightly spicy snack that transforms familiar ingredients into a delicious portable treat, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeños
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, melted butter, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and the edges are bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly, then cut into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For a creamier top, sprinkle extra cheddar before the last 5 minutes of baking. Adjust heat by removing jalapeño seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Jalapeño, Cheese, Squares, Appetizer, Party Food