Habanero Cream Cheese Dip Spread
This Caribbean pepper is famous for being the hottest chile pepper in the world. They come in a variety of shapes and colors (yellow, orange, green, red, chocolate). Not only are they extremely hot, but they also have a unique, distinctively fruity flavor. It is the key ingredient in the popular Jamaican Jerk sauce. The habanero is also widely used in many different types of hot sauces. The popularity of this chile pepper continues to grow and is becoming easier to find on the grocery shelf.
Ingredients
- 1 8 Oz. Package of Cream Cheese
- 2 Large Habaneros
- 1/8 Cup of Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 Tablespoons of Milk
- Heavy-Duty Snack Crackers (Ritz will do fine)
Instructions
First, soften the cream cheese in a mixing bowl with a spoon.
Then, wearing gloves, dice two washed habanero peppers and blend into cream cheese. Add cheddar cheese and milk (the later of which is used as a thinning agent; add or subtract one tablespoon based on desired consistency).
After well mixed, spread on shack crackers and serve.