Hot Honey Cheese Dip (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cheese Layer

01 - 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese, freshly grated for the creamiest texture

→ Flavor Boosters

02 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder for layering taste
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, to balance flavors
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika for a hint of smoky goodness

→ Finishing Drizzle

05 - 3 tbsp hot honey, a mix of sweet and spicy

→ Serving Options

06 - Crackers, crostini, or crisp vegetables—your choice

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready.
02 - Mix the grated cheese with the garlic powder, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Stir well until it’s all unified.
03 - Scoop the mix into a small baking dish and bake for 15 minutes. You want it gooey, bubbling, and hot.
04 - Take out the dish and pour over the hot honey in a swirl pattern while it’s still warm.
05 - Place the dish on the table, warm and fresh, surrounded by crackers, crostini, or veggies for dipping.

# Notes:

01 - Play with the sweetness by increasing or reducing the hot honey
02 - To make it even cheesier, sprinkle extra Monterey Jack on top before baking
03 - Try adding chopped fresh herbs or a pinch of cayenne for extra layers of flavor