Description
A delightful fusion of classic cowboy caviar with the creamy texture of jalapeño poppers, creating a perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup corn, canned or frozen
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup jalapeños, diced (fresh or pickled)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (for coating)
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until well blended and creamy.
- Add the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into a log on plastic wrap. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes to firm up.
- Remove the cheese log from plastic wrap and roll in the crushed tortilla chips until fully coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with additional tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
Bring cream cheese to room temperature for a smoother texture. Customize heat level with extra jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheese log, cowboy caviar, jalapeño popper, appetizer, party food, vegetarian