Description
Cheesy Butternut Squash Dip is a creamy and savory appetizer that blends the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash with rich cheeses and spices. Perfect for game day or cozy gatherings, this dip is incredibly easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Serve it warm with crispy tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks for a crowd-pleasing treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, blend roasted squash with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, and cayenne until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg