Texas Trash Dip

Step 3: Layer the Cheese

• Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly in a shallow baking dish (about 9×13 inches).
• Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the base. This layer will melt beautifully in the oven.

Step 4: Add Savory Toppings

• Sprinkle crumbled bacon evenly over the cheese layer.
• Add green onions, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and sliced black olives on top. Layer generously—the “trash” in Texas Trash Dip is about including all your favorite toppings!

Step 5: Bake the Dip (Optional)

• Place the dish in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• For a cold version, skip this step and serve straight from the fridge after assembling.

Step 6: Serve

• Serve immediately with tortilla chips, corn chips, or your favorite crackers.
• For extra flair, drizzle a little salsa or hot sauce on top before serving.

Tips for the Best Texas Trash Dip

1. Make Ahead: Assemble in advance and refrigerate; bake just before serving to save time.
2. Customize the “Trash”: Add extra ingredients like cooked sausage, diced bell peppers, or even corn for a Tex-Mex twist.
3. Cheese Choices: Mix different cheeses for a more complex flavor—pepper jack adds a nice kick.
4. Layering Trick: Don’t mix all ingredients together; the distinct layers of cream, cheese, and toppings create a fun, textured experience.

Texas Trash Dip is exactly what its name suggests—hearty, bold, and a little bit of everything you love. Creamy, cheesy, smoky, and slightly spicy, it’s guaranteed to disappear fast at any gathering.

If you want, I can also create a quick 10-minute no-bake version that tastes just as decadent but requires almost no prep.

Do you want me to do that?