Layered Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip
- 8 oz brick style cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups thick salsa
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning to a medium-sized bowl.
- Beat the cream cheese together with the other ingredients using a handheld electric mixer.
- Continue to mix until smooth and uniform, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add the cream cheese mixture to the bottom of a 9" round or square baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- If your cream cheese was very soft (could easily press a finger through it), refrigerate the first layer for 30 minutes before adding the salsa. If it was still relatively firm, go ahead with the next layer.
- If your salsa is thin and liquidy, pour it through a strainer set over a bowl. The liquid will collect below and can be discarded.
- Spread drained or chunky salsa in an even layer on top of the cream cheese and sour cream layer.
- Finally, top it with your shredded cheese, spreading it out evenly.
- Serve immediately if desired, or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for the best results.