Hissy Fit Dip Recipe
Hissy Fit Dip is a rich, cheesy, and slightly spicy baked dip featuring ground sausage, cream cheese, sour cream, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Perfect for parties or game day, this savory dip is warm, comforting, and packed with bold flavors, served best with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ground sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
Dairy
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Produce and Canned Goods
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
Seasonings & Condiments
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 or 8×8 inch baking dish to prepare for the dip.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and crumbly, ensuring it is fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease to avoid a greasy dip.
- Combine Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Stir the cooked sausage, drained Rotel, shredded sharp cheddar, and shredded mozzarella into the creamy mixture until thoroughly combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the combined mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Optionally, sprinkle extra shredded cheddar on top for a golden, cheesy crust.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 35 minutes, until the dip is hot, bubbly, and golden around the edges.
- Serve Hot: Let the dip cool for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley or green onions. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- You can use either mild or spicy sausage depending on your heat preference.
- Draining the cooked sausage well removes excess grease, ensuring the dip is not overly oily.
- Rotel adds a nice mild heat and tomato flavor; you can substitute with diced tomatoes and chopped green chilies if preferred.
- For a lower spice level, omit the cayenne pepper.
- Serve this dip immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
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