Welcome to a delightful culinary journey where flavors dance and textures blend in harmony. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a trio of extraordinary cream cheese-based dips that will elevate any gathering or snacking occasion. From the classic combination of bacon and spinach to the zesty kick of jalapeños and the refreshing coolness of cucumber, these dips offer a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. The article unveils the secrets behind each dip, providing step-by-step instructions and essential tips for achieving perfection. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a quick and easy appetizer, or simply craving a satisfying snack, these cream cheese dip recipes are guaranteed to impress and delight. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a delicious adventure together!
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
ROASTED GARLIC AND BACON SPINACH DIP
This creamy bacon spinach dip is like regular hot spinach dip, but turned up a notch with extra flavor. Enjoy crispy bacon, plenty of roasted garlic, and extra parmesan cheese in each bite. You can bake this dip in a 2.5 quart baking dish or in individual ramekins. Serve warm with crunchy fresh vegetables, crackers, pita chips, pretzel bites, or crusty homemade bread.
Provided by Sally
Categories Appetizer
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) degrees.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Turn off the heat, transfer cooked bacon to paper towel lined plate, and remove all but 1 Tablespoon of bacon grease from the pan. Once bacon has cooled down enough to handle, chop into bite-size pieces.
- Turn the skillet with 1 Tablespoon of bacon grease on low heat. Cook spinach for 1-2 minutes or until wilted. Turn off heat and set spinach aside.
- Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese, yogurt/sour cream, and mayonnaise together on medium-high speed until creamy and smooth. Add 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese, the salt, pepper, and roasted garlic. Fold in the spinach and all but 2 Tablespoons of the chopped bacon.
- Spoon the dip into a 2.5 quart baking dish, such as a 9-inch square baking pan, 9-inch cast iron skillet, 9-inch pie dish, or anything close to that size. In these photos, I used a 7×11 inch baking dish which holds the same volume. Bake for 18 minutes, remove from the oven, sprinkle evenly with remaining parmesan cheese and chopped bacon. Return to the oven and bake until the dip is bubbly around the edges, about 5-8 more minutes.
- Serve dip warm. Cover leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 300°F (149°C) degree oven until the sides are bubbly again.
CHEESY BACON SPINACH DIP
The best and cheesiest, creamiest dip you will ever have - after all, you just can't go wrong with bacon!
Provided by Chungah Rhee
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9-inch baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, mayonnaise and Worcestershire. Stir in bacon, spinach, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread bacon mixture into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheeses. Place into oven and bake until bubbly and golden, about 20-25 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with bacon and parsley, if desired.
CHEESY SPINACH AND BACON DIP
Kick off your next party or Thanksgiving dinner with our Cheesy Spinach and Bacon Dip! Chilies bring the heat to this delicious spinach and bacon dip.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dips & Spreads
Time 10m
Yield 32 servings, 2 Tbsp. each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Microwave ingredients in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after 3 min.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 3 g
CREAMY CHEESY SPINACH DIP
This recipe doesn't contain mayo or sour cream like most, so it's very cheesy and very delicious. I'm asked for the recipe every time I make it. For those who don't want a strong cheese like Cheddar, you can replace it with anything you like or even leave it out altogether. I like adding the Cheddar because it adds color and a little more flavor.
Provided by missbriannacarline
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Spinach Dip Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
- Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until lightly browned, 4 to 7 minutes. Add spinach and simmer until spinach is hot, about 5 minutes. Drain any liquid from the mixture and transfer to a bowl.
- Pour milk into pot and return pot to medium heat. Melt cream cheese into the milk; cook and stir together about 3 minutes. Return spinach mixture to pot with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and Cheddar cheese; stir to combine. Season the mixture with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown on top, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 155 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CREAM CHEESE, BACON AND SPINACH DIP
This is always a hit at parties, and is frequently requested by friends and relations. I got it from my mother many years ago. And if, by some weird chance, you have any leftover, it's great on toast in the morning for breakfast. I serve it with plain crackers and/or carrot and celery crudites.
Provided by Sayana
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Grill bacon until well-cooked, but not crispy. If you do this on a rack above an oven tray, much of the fat will drip away. The time will vary according to the type of bacon. Cool bacon for a few minutes, then chop into very small pieces.
- Microwave frozen spinach according to directions on the package. Drain any liquid.
- In a medium sized bowl, mix all the ingredients together until well-blended, then transfer to a nice serving bowl.
- Cover with glad wrap and cool in the fridge. If you can prepare this a few hours ahead of time, the flavours will intensify, but it is fine straight away.
BAKED PENNE WITH MUSHROOMS, BACON AND SPINACH
Easy, creamy, savory and veggie-packed, this rich, delicious dish is affordable without tasting like it! And it's ready in just over an hour. See how to make it.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook pasta as directed on package. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Drain pasta; return to stockpot. Add cream; toss. Set aside.
- Spray 12-inch sauté pan or skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add bacon; cook until crisp. With slotted spoon, remove bacon from pan to plate; set aside.
- Add onions, salt and pepper to bacon drippings in pan; cook and stir 4 to 7 minutes or until translucent. Add mushrooms; cook 6 to 10 minutes longer or until browned and liquid evaporates. Add spinach and reserved pasta cooking water; cook and stir 1 minute.
- Pour mushroom mixture over pasta; toss to coat. Pour into baking dish. Top evenly with both cheeses. Cover dish tightly with foil.
- Bake 20 minutes. Remove foil; top with reserved bacon. Bake uncovered 5 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Use freshly cooked bacon for the best flavor.
- Chop the spinach finely so that it blends well with the other ingredients.
- Use a variety of cheeses to create a more complex flavor.
- Serve the dip with a variety of crackers, vegetables, and bread.
- If you are making the dip ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Cream cheese, bacon, and spinach dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dip that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are serving it at a party or enjoying it as a snack, this dip is sure to be a hit.
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