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Cowboy Cream Cheese

Cowboy Cream Cheese Dip: Your New Go-To Party Appetizer

A flavorful Cowboy Cream Cheese dip with creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and zesty jalapeños, perfect for parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese can substitute with smoked cheddar
  • 0.5 cup crispy bacon bits can substitute with turkey bacon or omit for vegetarian
  • 0.5 cup diced jalapeños adjust for desired heat
  • 0.25 cup chopped green onions or red onions for sharper taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt use sea salt for cleaner taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.25 cup barbecue sauce or hot sauce for a spicier profile
For Serving
  • 1 package tortilla chips or crackers or vegetable sticks for healthier option

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • serving dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fold in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese gently until well incorporated.
  3. Stir in ½ cup of crispy bacon bits until evenly mixed throughout.
  4. Add ½ cup of diced jalapeños, ¼ cup of chopped green onions, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a serving dish and smooth the surface.
  6. Pour ¼ cup of barbecue sauce over the dip and spread it with a spoon.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for flavor development.
  8. Before serving, allow the dip to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  9. Serve with tortilla chips or fresh veggies and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for easy mixing. Customizations can vary based on taste preferences, keeping quantities consistent for the desired texture.

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