Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip – Sweet, Spicy, & Seriously Addictive Recipe
This Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip is a delightful blend of sweet, spicy, and creamy flavors that makes for a seriously addictive appetizer or snack. Combining smooth cream cheese with the vibrant kick of hot honey, this dip is perfect for serving with crackers, pretzels, or sliced apples. With an optional homemade hot honey recipe included, you can customize the heat level to your liking. Garnished with nuts and a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh thyme, it’s a simple, quick, and crowd-pleasing dip that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp chopped pecans, walnuts, or pistachios (optional)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh thyme (optional garnish)
- Crackers, pretzels, or sliced apples for dipping
Homemade Hot Honey (Optional)
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prep the cream cheese: Place the softened cream cheese on a small serving plate or shallow bowl. Shape it into a mound or slightly spread it with the back of a spoon to create an appealing base for the dip.
- Warm the hot honey: Heat your store-bought or homemade hot honey just until it is pourable. This typically takes around 10–15 seconds in the microwave. Be careful not to overheat to preserve the honey’s flavor and texture.
- Drizzle and top: Generously pour the warm hot honey over the cream cheese. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts such as pecans, walnuts, or pistachios over the top along with a pinch of red pepper flakes or some fresh thyme for an extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately: Arrange crackers, pretzels, or sliced apples around the dip on the serving platter. Serve immediately while the honey is still warm for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
- Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened for easy spreading and the best texture.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the hot honey to control the spice level to your preference.
- The nuts add a nice crunch, but you can omit them or substitute with your favorite toppings.
- You can store any leftover dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; warm slightly before serving again.
- If heating honey in the microwave, do so in short bursts to avoid overheating and burning the honey.
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