Ingredients
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 1 tablespoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1-2 tablespoons milk (optional, for desired consistency)
– Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating Chili Bacon Cream Cheese Spread is easy. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Once done, remove from the pan and let it cool. Crumble the bacon into small pieces.
2. Soften the Cream Cheese: If your cream cheese is not softened, microwave it for about 15-20 seconds until it’s easy to mix.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Blend Well: Use a fork or a hand mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth and well incorporated.
5. Adjust Consistency: If the spread is too thick, add one tablespoon of milk at a time until you achieve your desired consistency.
6. Taste and Adjust: Give the spread a taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more chili powder for extra heat if you like.
7. Chill: For the best flavor, refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Garnish: Before serving, garnish with fresh chives or parsley for a pop of color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 4g