Description
This creamy and tangy pretzel dip combines softened cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, green onion, and a blend of savory spices. Perfect for parties or snacks, it’s delicious with any pretzel shape and easy to make ahead.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
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Mix-ins
- 3 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a medium sized bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, horseradish, and minced garlic. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the cooked and crumbled bacon, shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions to the bowl. Stir until everything is evenly distributed throughout the dip base.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate the pretzel dip for several hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up for ideal dipping consistency.
- Serve: Serve chilled with your favorite pretzel shapes and sizes for dipping.
Notes
- A serving size is about 2 tablespoons of dip.
- Dip is best if chilled overnight so the flavors can develop fully.
- Try adding different cheeses or spices for extra flavor variations.
- This dip also pairs well with crackers, breadsticks, or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 146 kcal
- Sugar: 0.7g
- Sodium: 282mg
- Fat: 12.6g
- Saturated Fat: 6.3g
- Carbohydrates: 2.4g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 34mg
