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Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip Recipe

Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip Recipe

This Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip Recipe is a creamy, no-bake appetizer that brings together the bold flavor of smoked cheese and the saltiness of crispy bacon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup smoked Gouda cheese shredded
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon shallots minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and the mayonnaise. Using a hand mixer or a sturdy whisk, beat the ingredients together until the mixture is completely combined, whipped, and smooth.
    1 cup cream cheese, 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  2. Gently fold in the shredded smoked Gouda, the crumbled bacon, and the minced shallots until everything is evenly distributed.
    1 cup smoked Gouda cheese, 3/4 cup bacon, 1 tablespoon shallots
  3. Season the mixture with the white pepper, garlic powder, and salt to taste.
    1/2 teaspoon white pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt
  4. Transfer the dip to an airtight container or cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

To achieve the best results with this Smoked Gouda Bacon Dip Recipe, always use room-temperature dairy. Using a freshly grated block of smoked Gouda provides a much richer taste than pre-shredded cheese.