Bacon Date Whipped Cream Cheese Dip
Bacon Date Whipped Cream Cheese Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that combines sweet Medjool dates, crispy bacon, and creamy cheese for a flavor explosion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make dip will elevate your gatherings and leave everyone asking for the recipe. Perfect for game nights or holiday parties, this dish offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will have your guests coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 10 Medjool dates, chopped
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a frying pan over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Chop the Medjool dates into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped dates, crumbled bacon, green onions, and garlic powder.
- Season with black pepper to taste and mix gently.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with additional bacon bits and green onions. Serve immediately or chill until ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use some rendered bacon fat to sauté the dates before mixing them into the dip. Swap in different nuts or cheeses based on your preference; a pinch of cayenne can add a nice kick.