🧀🌶️ Southwest Spicy Chili Marinated Cheese 🌵

A bold and flavorful appetizer that blends spicy, smoky, and tangy flavors! This marinated cheese is perfect for parties, snacking, or serving with crackers and toasted bread.

🥣 Ingredients

✔ 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed 🧀 – Rich & creamy!
✔ 3 oz pepper jack cheese, cubed 🌶️🧀 – Adds a spicy kick!
✔ 1 bell pepper, sliced – For crunch & freshness.
✔ 1/4 cup black olives  – Deep, briny flavor.
✔ 1/4 cup green olives stuffed with jalapeños 🌶️🫒 – Spicy & tangy.
✔ 1 tbsp olive oil 🛢️ – Helps blend the flavors.
✔ 1 tbsp lime juice 🍈 – Adds a zesty brightness.
✔ 1/2 tsp chili powder 🌶️ – Brings the heat!
✔ 1/2 tsp ground cumin 🌿 – Adds warm, earthy depth.
✔ 1/4 tsp smoked paprika 🔥 – A subtle smoky touch.

🌀 Instructions

1️⃣ Mix the Ingredients

• In a mixing bowl, combine cheddar, pepper jack, bell pepper, black olives, and jalapeño-stuffed green olives.

2️⃣ Add the Marinade

• Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the mix.
• Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
• Stir well to coat everything evenly.

3️⃣ Marinate

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors develop.

4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

• Before serving, let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes for the best flavor.
• Enjoy with crackers, tortilla chips, or toasted bread!

📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

🔸 Calories: ~150 kcal
🔸 Carbs: ~3g
🔸 Sugars: ~1g
🔸 Protein: ~7g
🔸 Fat: ~12g

🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Bold & Spicy – A perfect balance of heat and creaminess.
✔ Easy & Quick – Just mix, marinate, and serve!
✔ Great for Parties – A unique, crowd-pleasing appetizer.
✔ Versatile – Serve it with chips, bread, or even tacos!

Try this Southwest Spicy Chili Marinated Cheese at your next gathering and impress your guests! 🎉🧀🔥

Would you like to add extra heat with crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeño slices? Let’s spice it up even more! 🌶️🔥