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Creamy Smoked Gouda Bacon Jalapeño Dip

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A creamy, smoky, and spicy dip combining smoked gouda, crispy bacon, and fresh jalapeños, perfect for parties and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) smoked gouda cheese, shredded
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 medium jalapeños, finely diced (seeds removed for milder spice)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Sourdough crackers or toasted sourdough bread slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. Place 6 slices of thick-cut bacon in a cold skillet. Turn heat to medium and cook until crispy, about 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. When cool, crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Discard excess bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add finely diced jalapeños and minced garlic. Sauté over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened, avoiding browning the garlic.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in shredded smoked gouda, smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Fold in crumbled bacon, sautéed jalapeños and garlic, and sliced green onions until evenly distributed.
  6. Cover and chill the dip for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld, or transfer to an oven-safe dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes for a warm dip.
  7. Serve with sourdough crackers or toasted sourdough bread slices.

Notes

For milder heat, remove jalapeño seeds before dicing. Freshly shredded smoked gouda melts better than pre-shredded. Chill dip for best flavor or warm before serving for a gooey texture. Bacon can be cooked in the oven on a parchment-lined sheet tray as an alternative. Can substitute cream cheese with dairy-free version and sour cream with Greek yogurt. Variations include vegetarian version by omitting bacon and adding smoked paprika or liquid smoke.

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Keywords: smoked gouda dip, bacon dip, jalapeño dip, party snack, creamy dip, smoky dip, easy appetizer

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