Bacon Cream Cheese And Horseradish Dip Recipe

Indulge in this savory Bacon Cream Cheese & Horseradish Dip, a tantalizing appetizer perfect for parties or a cozy night in. Inspired by James Villas' The Bacon Cookbook, this creamy dip features crispy bacon, tangy horseradish, and a touch of cream cheese for the ultimate flavor explosion. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-make, yet incredibly delicious recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 249.9 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Cream Cheese And Horseradish Dip

  • 1/2 pound hickory smoked bacon
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, kosher salt to taste
  • For serving
  • Not found in recipe
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

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How to Make Bacon Cream Cheese And Horseradish Dip

  1. Cook 1/2 pound center-cut bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until almost crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble finely.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese with 1/4 cup half-and-half until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the crumbled bacon, 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  4. Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for best results!
  5. Serve chilled with your favorite crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

67g

Carbs

0g