Texas A1 Steakhouse Cream Cheese Dip
A bold, creamy dip mingling seared steak with smoky paprika, tangy A1 sauce, cheddar, and Monterey Jack. Perfect for gatherings or game days, this rich dip blends savory, tangy, and cheesy flavors.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb steak, cut into small bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (halal-certified)
- 3 tablespoons A1 steak sauce (2 tbsp for steak, 1 tbsp for dip plus drizzle)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup caramelized onions
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Extra cheddar cheese, fried onions or crushed crackers for topping
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add steak pieces and season with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp salt. Sear for 3–5 minutes.
- Pour in 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce and 2 tbsp A1 steak sauce. Toss to coat, then remove steak and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp A1 steak sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- In a separate small bowl, mix shredded cheddar, shredded Monterey Jack, and 1 tbsp A1 steak sauce.
- Mix cheddar-blend into cream cheese mixture until smooth.
- Fold in caramelized onions and green onions.
- Transfer dip to a baking dish or serving bowl.
- Top with fried onions or crushed crackers, extra cheddar, and a drizzle of A1 steak sauce.
- Let dip rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For halal compliance, ensure Worcestershire sauce is restaurant-style anchovy-free. For extra richness, add 1/4 cup sour cream or aioli to the dip base.