Jillie's Pesto Cheese Dip – a delicious recipe with basil, garlic, Parmesan, olive oil, cream cheese, Basil Pesto. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Snacks & Appetizers
Servings:persons
1
Combine all the ingredients for the Basil Pesto in a blender and process on high speed until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
2
Pour into an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use, up to 3 days.
3
Pesto Cheese Dip:
4
Place the cream cheese on a decorative microwave-proof plate, and microwave, uncovered, on high until it begins to melt slightly, about 15 seconds.
5
Using oven mitts or pot holders, remove the cream cheese from the microwave and spoon the Basil Pesto evenly over it.
6
Return plate to the microwave and cook, uncovered, on high until the pesto is just warm but still thick, 5 to 10 seconds.
7
Remove the dip from the microwave and serve with crackers or chips of your choice.
553
kcal
Calories
57
g
Fat
6
g
Carbs
9
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons lightly toasted walnut pieces, 1 cup tightly packed cleaned basil leaves, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, and more.
Yes, Jillie's Pesto Cheese Dip falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.
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