Salsa and Cream Cheese Dip

by Gayle on July 7, 2025 0 comments »

Whip up this creamy Salsa and Cream Cheese Dip in minutes using just four simple ingredients. A no-cook, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for chips, veggies, or party platters!

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A white bowl of creamy dip topped with shredded cheese and chopped jalapeños is surrounded by ridged potato chips on a wooden board, with fresh jalapeños scattered nearby.

This cream cheese salsa dip recipe is one of those easy recipes to have in your back pocket for when you need something right away.

Tangy salsa is blended with cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese for a crowd-pleasing dip that comes together in minutes and disappears just as fast!

This salsa and cream cheese taco dip will be a great addition to your next celebration, as it’s incredibly easy to make, uses ingredients you likely already have on hand, and tastes like something you’d order at a restaurant.

This simple recipe is perfect for last-minute gatherings, game day spreads, or when you just need a no-stress snack that everyone will love. Plus, there’s no cooking required…just mix, serve, and watch it disappear.

A bowl of creamy dip topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onion is surrounded by crinkle-cut potato chips on a wooden board, with jalapeño peppers nearby.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Just Four Ingredients: A block of cream cheese, sour cream, your favorite salsa, and shredded cheese make up this cream cheese and salsa dip.
No Cooking Required: Just mix and serve, that’s it!
Perfect for Parties or Snacks: This easy appetizer is delicious when served with chips, veggies, pretzels, or tortilla chips.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Prep this easy cream cheese dip in advance and chill until you’re ready to serve it.
Easy to Customize: You can adjust the spice level by adding jalapenos, using hot salsa, or adding in corn, black beans, etc.

Ingredients on a white surface: a block of cream cheese on parchment, a bowl of salsa, a small cup of sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese in a bowl, two whole jalapeños, and chopped jalapeños on a cutting board with a knife.

Ingredients Needed:

Cream Cheese: One block of cream cheese is the base of this recipe.
Sour Cream: This mixes with the cream cheese to create a smooth and creamy dip.
Salsa: I love using this brand, but homemade or your favorite jarred kind of mild salsa or hot works well.
Shredded Cheese: Most kinds of cheese work well, but I prefer to use sharp cheddar cheese because of the stronger flavor.
Jalapeños: This is optional but lends a spicier flavor.

How to Make Cream Cheese Salsa and Cheese Dip:

Beat: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.

A bowl with cream cheese and sour cream, a bowl of shredded cheddar cheese, a bowl of salsa, a hand mixer beater, and two jalapeños on a white countertop.

A bowl of whipped cream cheese and sour cream sits beside a small bowl of shredded cheddar cheese and a bowl of salsa. Part of a hand mixer and beaters are visible, along with a jalapeño on a white surface.

Mix: Add the salsa, cheese, and jalapenos (if using) and stir until combined.

A bowl with cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped jalapeños, ready to be mixed. Nearby are bowls with leftover cheese and salsa, a mixer with beaters, and a fresh jalapeño pepper.

A mixing bowl with a creamy pale pink dip, a spatula, a bowl with shredded cheese, a bowl with salsa, a metal mixer, and a jalapeño on a white surface.

How to Store:

This creamy salsa dip will last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Pro Tip: This quick snack is best served chilled, so make this at least two hours ahead of time, if time allows.

Serving Ideas:

This dip with salsa and cream cheese is so tasty that you’ll want to dig in with just a spoon! But, just incase you want to serve this with something else, here are a few of my favorite options:

Serve this easy dip recipe with tortilla chips, pretzels, bagel chips, pita chips, or fresh veggies like carrots and bell pepper strips.
Use as a spread for wraps, sandwiches, or quesadillas.
Dollop on top of nachos, tacos (perfect for taco Tuesday!), or baked potatoes for an extra creamy kick.
Add this Mexican salsa and cream cheese dip to a party platter alongside guacamole and pico de gallo for a simple snack trio.

A bowl of creamy dip topped with shredded cheese and diced green onions is surrounded by ridged potato chips on a wooden board, with whole and sliced jalapeños nearby.

Variations:

Spicy Kick: Use hot salsa or stir in diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
Tex-Mex Twist: Mix in black beans, corn, or taco seasoning.
Mix-Ins: Green onions, black olives, or even red onion would make a tasty addition to this perfect appetizer.
Meaty Option: Add cooked and crumbled taco-seasoned ground beef or chorizo.
Extra Cheesy: Swap in pepper jack or add a layer of shredded cheese on top and bake until bubbly for a simple baked cream cheese salsa dip.
Lighter Version: Use light cream cheese and sour cream for a lower-cal option.

Tips and Tricks:

Soften the Cream Cheese: Let it sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
Use a Hand Mixer: For an extra fluffy dip, beat the ingredients together with a hand mixer instead of stirring by hand.
Drain Chunky Salsa: If your salsa is very watery, strain it slightly to prevent the dip from getting runny.
Chill Before Serving: Let the creamy dip sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld together even more.
Make it Layered: For a fun presentation, spread the cream cheese mixture in a serving dish and top with salsa and shredded cheese before serving.

A white bowl of creamy dip topped with shredded cheese and diced green onions, surrounded by ridged potato chips on a wooden board with jalapeños and a striped cloth in the background.

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