Description

Hissy Fit Dip is a rich, creamy, and cheesy baked dip featuring a flavorful blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, sharp cheddar, pepper jack cheese, and savory ground sausage. Enhanced with green chiles and warming spices, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for serving hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or bread during parties or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Dairy & Creams

1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese

Meat

1 cup cooked ground sausage (mild or spicy, crumbled)

Vegetables & Flavorings

1 4 oz can diced green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Serving

Crackers, tortilla chips, or bread slices (for serving)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish or cast-iron skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until it is browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease to keep the dip from becoming too oily.
Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming the dip’s rich base.
Add Cheese & Flavor: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded pepper jack cheese, cooked sausage, diced green chiles, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, and salt and black pepper to taste. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Bake: Spread the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Place it uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or slices of bread for dipping.

Notes

For best flavor, use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded varieties to prevent clumping.
Adjust the cayenne pepper amount based on your preferred heat level or omit for a milder dip.
Substitute the ground sausage with ground turkey or omit entirely to make a vegetarian-friendly version (though the current recipe includes meat).
This dip can be prepared a day ahead; cover and refrigerate before baking to save time on party day.
Use a cast-iron skillet for a rustic presentation and even heat distribution during baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Hissy Fit Dip, cheesy dip, baked dip, sausage dip, party appetizer, creamy dip, sausage, cheese, spicy dip