Portside Cheese Dip
Dive into the irresistible flavors of Portside Cheese Dip, a rich and creamy appetizer perfect for any gathering! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines the velvety smoothness of cream cheese, the bold tang of sharp cheddar, and the smoky allure of gouda for a decadently cheesy experience. Enhanced with savory notes from garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce, and topped with crispy crumbled bacon and fresh green onions, this dip delivers big on flavor. Baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate warm, cheesy accompaniment to crackers, bread, or crunchy veggies. Whether you’re hosting a party or relaxing at home, Portside Cheese Dip is the go-to dish to impress your guests with its gooey, irresistible charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup smoked gouda, shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced
- crackers, bread, or vegetables for dipping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and smoked gouda. Mix until evenly blended.
Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using). Stir until smooth and well incorporated.
Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and green onions, reserving a small amount of each for garnish.
Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish or skillet and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with the reserved bacon and green onions.
Serve warm with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 736 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 375 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 148 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
