Cowboy Caviar Jalapeno Popper Cheese Log
Cowboy Caviar Jalapeno Popper Cheese Log is a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that will steal the spotlight at any gathering. This delightful cheese log combines creamy cheeses, fresh veggies, and spicy jalapeños, all rolled in crispy tortilla chips for an extra crunch. Perfect for parties, game days, or casual snacking, it’s a fun twist on traditional cheese logs that everyone will love. With its Tex-Mex flair, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve with your favorite dipping options. Impress your guests with this crowd-pleaser that promises to keep them coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for coating)
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar until creamy.
- Stir in black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, lime juice, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Shape the mixture into a log on plastic wrap; wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, roll the log in crushed tortilla chips until fully coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg