Perfect for Halloween and with only two ingredients, this Chunky Salsa Cheese dip is the perfect spooky appetizer!
Over the years, I have come to appreciate a good Halloween snack. There is so much candy on Halloween, that sometimes it’s nice to have some substantial food as well. I have been a lover of chunky salsa cheese dip, and have been making it since I was a kid. The cream cheese and salsa pair perfectly; We LOVE it at my house.
The best part about it is that it only takes 5 minutes to whip up, and then you can refrigerate it overnight for the best flavor. With only TWO ingredients, this chunky salsa cheese dip is both frugal and a crowd pleaser!
Another crowd pleasing halloween recipe is this Pumpkin-shaped Cheeseball - so fun and yummy!
How to make the Chunky Salsa Cheese Dip:
**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**
- Add the salsa and cream cheese to a blender or food processor. Blend for 30-60 seconds, then scrape down the sides. Blend again about 30 seconds on medium speed.
- Add to the halloween Pumpkin: carve a face with a WIDE MOUTH opening. Place a tray coming from the mouth, then add the halloween cheese dip on top.
- Serve the salsa cheese dip with crackers, veggie sticks, or whatever you like!
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Perfect for Halloween, this Chunky Salsa Cheese dip is the perfect spooky appetizer!
- 24 ounces medium salsa any variety, I like chunky or restaurant style
- 2 - 8 ounce packages of cream cheese softened
- crackers or veggies for serving, any variety
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In a food processor/electric mixer/stand mixer (any of these will work), combine cream cheese and salsa. Process or mix until well combined and all cream cheese chunks are gone.
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Place in a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving (overnight works great!).
I have tried this dip with low fat cream cheese as well and it works just as great!
- Published in 2014. Updated October 2025.
tumbleweedcontessa says
What a hoot! This looks perfect for the 31st party! Love it.
Linda
Liz says
So cute and the recipe sounds great. Thank you.
Anastacia Mosher says
I think the recipe sounds delicious but I don't think I could get over the fact that it looks like barf. Ha I might skip the Halloween inspired display.
Brenda Jolly says
I agree. Don’t think I could eat it presented like this.
Allyson says
It still tastes delicious!!
Danielle (@itsaharleyylife) says
this looks delicious!
Samantha K says
This is such a easy dip and it sounds amazing! I bet all kinds of Wheat Thins varieties will pair nicely with it! #client
Beth says
I love all that cheesy goodness, and the plating is just fantastic. This is the perfect Halloween dip!
Samantha says
This recipe is so funny and yummy. It delighted my kids at Halloween last year, and we're serving it at our neighborhood block party this year!
Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert says
Oh my goodness! That looks fun and so good!
Toni says
This is such a great idea for Halloween! Thanks so much for the recipe!
Shar says
This is so adorable! This Chunky salsa cheese dip is a perfect addition to our Halloween Party recipes! It is so easy and simple. Can't wait to make it again!
katerina @ diethood.com says
This salsa cheese dip sounds really, reeeeallly good!! A must make for Halloween!
Beti | easyweeknightrecipes says
I am so excited to try this! It sounds amazing!
Catalina says
What a great idea for Halloween! My family will love it!