Description
This Hot Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dip perfect for parties or gatherings. It’s loaded with smoky Gouda, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon, making it a crowd-pleaser every time.
Ingredients
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Bacon:
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 ½ cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish and Serving:
- Extra green onions or crumbled bacon
- Crackers, baguette slices, or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the Dip Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavors: Stir in the shredded smoked Gouda, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, green onions, and most of the crumbled bacon (reserve some for topping). Mix until evenly combined.
- Assemble the Dip: Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish (such as a pie dish or small casserole dish). Spread it evenly.
- Top and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining bacon on top of the dip. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with extra green onions or crumbled bacon, if desired. Serve hot with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Feel free to customize the dip with additional seasonings or ingredients like jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Hot Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip, Cheese Dip Recipe, Party Dip, Appetizer
