Description
A delicious blend of creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and the sweetness of maple syrup, elevated by a hint of bourbon. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 7-10 minutes.
- Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder in a bowl until smooth.
- Fold in the crispy bacon and cheddar cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies. Can be made ahead of time and baked later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg