Description
Creamy hot smoked gouda bacon dip brings serious party-ready flavor to appetizer tables everywhere. Crisp bacon crumbles and melted cheese create an irresistible blend that delivers rich, smoky comfort in every delightful spoonful you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded smoked Gouda cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
Protein and Fresh Ingredients:
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Creamy and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating it with a light layer of oil to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Blend the cream cheese, smoked Gouda, cheddar, sour cream, and mayonnaise into a silky, uniform mixture using a whisk or electric mixer.
- Incorporate the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper into the creamy base, stirring until the seasonings are thoroughly distributed.
- Chop the bacon into fine, crispy fragments, reserving a portion for the final garnish, and gently fold most of the pieces into the dip.
- Mince the green onions, setting aside a small amount for topping, and blend the majority into the cheese mixture.
- Transfer the dip to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a consistent depth for uniform heating.
- Slide the dish into a preheated oven and bake until the edges become golden and the center bubbles with appetizing warmth.
- Once heated through, carefully remove the dip from the oven and artfully sprinkle the reserved bacon bits and green onions across the surface.
- Serve immediately alongside an array of crisp crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Cheese selection matters immensely, using high-quality smoked Gouda ensures a rich, deep flavor profile that elevates the entire dip.
- Drain bacon thoroughly to prevent excess grease from making the dip too oily, creating a perfectly balanced texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute regular cream cheese with low-fat cream cheese and turkey bacon, reducing overall calorie content without sacrificing taste.
- Customize heat levels by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for those who enjoy a spicier kick to the dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg