Smoked Gouda Dip

This cold smoked gouda dip is a household favorite. If you are looking for an easy game day appetizer, movie night snack, or if you are a cheese lover like me, then this gouda spread recipe is for you.

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If there’s one thing I love, it’s a solid dip and this smoked gouda dip does not disappoint. This is a copycat version to Spicy Mo’s Gouda Dip; I tried it for the first time after a shopping trip to Whole Foods and could not get enough of it.

I decided to make my own version and it’s one of my go-to game day dips. Whenever I make it, my husband, David, goes in scoop after scoop.

Why This Recipe Works

• Easy to make. Who doesn’t love an easy recipe and with one that only takes 15 minutes to make, it’s one you cannot pass up.
• Can be made ahead of time. Hosting a crowd? This gouda cheese dip can be made days ahead, making planning and prep a lot easier.
• Versatile. Serve this cheese dip with crudité, crackers, on a sandwich, or top with bacon just before serving.

Tools You’ll Need

• Hand mixer
• Spatula
• Mixing bowl

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Smoked Gouda Dip

This easy cold party dip might be your new favorite! Let’s get into what you will need:

• Cream cheese – Use full-fat for optimal flavor.
• Smoked gouda cheese – Purchase the block and shred.
• Mayonnaise – Use quality mayo, I opt for Best Foods.
• Scallions – For a little oniony flavor.
• Jalapeño – For a little kick. Remove seeds and veins for less spicy.
• Cilantro – for a hint of peppery flavor.
• Garlic powder – For a hint of garlic flavor.
• Lemon juice – To balance the saltiness.

How to Make Smoked Gouda Dip

The best part about this smoked gouda dip is how quickly it all comes together. Be sure to use room-temperature cream cheese or cold cream cheese will result in a lumpy dip.

1. Add room-temperature cream cheese and mayo to a bowl and beat on high with a hand mixer until whipped and well incorporated.
2. Add shredded smoked gouda, garlic powder, scallions, cilantro, jalapeño, and lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture and fold until ingredients are mixed. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to marry.
3. Enjoy with crudité, potato chips, and crackers. Store leftovers in a refrigerator-safe container for up to 5 days.

Tips and Tricks

• Use room-temperature cream cheese. Cold cream cheese will result in a lumpy dip.
• Don’t use pre-shredded cheese. Go for the block of gouda cheese and shred it yourself.
• Make ahead. Smoked gouda dip tastes best if you give it about two hours for the flavors to marry. Even better if you make it the night before!
• Do you like it spicy? Swap jalapeños for serrano peppers instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to soften cream cheese faster?

Forgot to leave the cream cheese out before starting the recipe? (Happens to me, too) Place cream cheese block (still wrapped) in warm water for 5 minutes, check, then again for 2 minute intervals, just until soft.

How long does cheese dip last in the fridge?

When stored properly, spicy smoked gouda dip will last for 5 days.

What to do with leftover cheese dip?

Turn leftovers into a gouda spread; perfect on sandwiches, with chicken wings, and sausage dogs

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