Description
Creamy hot smoked gouda bacon dip brings together rich, smoky flavors from Wisconsin’s finest cheeses and crispy bacon bits. Savory appetizer perfection delivers comfort and indulgence for casual gatherings and game day celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100 g) smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
- ½ cup (50 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Lightly oil a baking dish to prevent sticking and facilitate effortless serving.
- Creamy Base: Whisk cream cheese, smoked Gouda, cheddar, sour cream, and mayonnaise into a velvety, homogeneous blend, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Seasoning Fusion: Integrate garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly throughout the mixture.
- Bacon and Onion Integration: Finely chop bacon, reserving some for garnish, and mince green onions. Gently fold most of the bacon and green onions into the cheese mixture, creating a rich, textured dip.
- Baking Process: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading uniformly. Bake in a preheated oven until edges turn golden and center becomes bubbly and heated through.
- Finishing Touch: Remove from oven and artfully garnish with reserved bacon bits and green onions, creating an appetizing visual appeal.
- Serving Suggestion: Present immediately with an assortment of crisp crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks for an irresistible dipping experience.
Notes
- Choose Quality Cheese: Select high-quality smoked Gouda and sharp cheddar for maximum flavor depth and creamy texture.
- Crisp Bacon Technique: Cook bacon until extra crispy and drain thoroughly to prevent excess grease in the dip, ensuring a perfect crunch.
- Even Mixing Strategy: Blend ingredients at room temperature to create a smoother, more homogeneous mixture without lumps.
- Temperature Control: Watch carefully while baking to prevent burning; the dip should bubble gently with golden edges as the ultimate sign of perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg