Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Popper Bacon Cheese Dip is right on time for National Chips and Dip Day on March 23rd. Spring is also on the rise and quickly approaching. For me, that means binge watching March Madness, patiently waiting for the opening day of a new season of baseball, and finding more excuses to get out and spend time with friends.

Calories: 171 Fat: 12G Net Carbs: 3G Protein: 15G

Food is a major part of all of these events. While sitting on my couch watching this year's Cinderella team make that buzzer beater shot to win the game, I am going to want good food and a tasty adult beverage at my fingertips.

Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Dip

The same goes for Opening Day and baseball games. NO ONE tailgates like Kansas City. We have it down to a science and our food spreads are always legit. If you are searching for a dish that isn't cliche and will totally impress all of your friends, look no further. Oh, and go ROYALS!

Who says eating healthy has to be a death sentence? There are so many ways to enjoy chips and dip and still keep that waistline in tact. For a cheesy dip like this one, small adjustments go a long way. Whenever I want to lighten-up cheese and other dairy ingredients I go for reduced-fat options. I also substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt. This not only lowers the calorie and fat count, it boosts the protein. Greek yogurt is great for cooking. It also makes a great substitute for buttermilk and whipping cream.

Now onto BACON! Bacon gets such a bad rap, but it's sooooo delicious! Traditional bacon is cured in a mixture of salt, water, and sodium nitrates to preserve. Uncured bacon uses natural nitrates found in celery powder or sea salt. My preference is to purchase nitrate-free. Nitrates have been linked to cancers in many studies. Trader Joe's has an inexpensive option. The lack of nitrates does not take away the fats found in bacon. So there is a judgment call to be made. I prefer uncured bacon to turkey bacon because I enjoy the taste and a serving of bacon only has an additional gram of fat than turkey bacon. For me, the trade-off is not worth it.

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Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Popper Bacon Cheese Dip

Brandi Crawford

Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Popper Bacon Cheese Dip is the perfect warm gooey appetizer with jalapenos, cheddar, parmesan, cream cheese, white wine, and crunchy bacon. Perfect recipe for holidays, game day, tailgates, Superbowl, and events.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Servings

Calories 171 kcal

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Ingredients

4 slices uncured bacon cooked and crumbled
8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
1 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
¼ cup white wine
1-2 jalapeno peppers chopped
2 cups plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon parsley chopped
2 tablespoon green onions chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Spray a skillet with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
Add the jalapeños. Cook until soft.
Add the wine to the pan and stir.
Add the remaining ingredients (using only half of the bacon). Reduce the heat to medium. Cook until the cream cheese and shredded cheese have melted.
Spray a baking or casserole dish with cooking spray. Add the mixture to the dish.
Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon over the top.
Bake for 22-25 minutes until the cheese begins to bubble.
Cool before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 171kcal

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Comments

Brian Jones says

March 17, 2017 at 7:12 am

Oh man the flavours in this sound perfectly matched, awesome recipe.

- staysnatched says
  
  April 01, 2017 at 2:09 am
  
  Thanks so much!
  
Nicola @ Happy Healthy Motivated says

March 17, 2017 at 9:16 am

I had no idea there was a national chips and dips day! This definitely looks like the perfect dip to celebrate.

nikki@soulfullymade says

March 17, 2017 at 9:57 am

This looks delish! I love cheese, bacon and jalapeno! The perfect combination for a dip and you lightened it up so the guilt is all gone! Love!

Shashi at Savory Spin says

March 17, 2017 at 10:49 am

You are so right - bacon is sooo soo delicious ( have you seen this video of this toddlers take on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtMVMNST_g4 ?) and that toddlers take on bacon is how I feel about this dip! Deeelicious!!!!

- staysnatched says
  
  April 01, 2017 at 2:07 am
  
  Oh wow! I absolutely love this vid! How cute. Thanks so much for sharing.
  
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

March 17, 2017 at 11:14 am

Last night our team lost in the first round. Boo hoo. We'll keep watching though. It's too fun. Love this recipe especially the smoked cheddar!!

- staysnatched says
  
  April 01, 2017 at 2:08 am
  
  So sorry your team lost. March Madness is always crazy and unpredictable.
  
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

March 17, 2017 at 1:00 pm

I have friends visiting this weekend and I was trying to think of some low carb snacks for one of my friends. This would be perfect!

Christine says

March 17, 2017 at 2:36 pm

That looks like a crowd-pleasing party dip. I'm saving this for sure!

Swayam says

March 17, 2017 at 3:03 pm

I had no idea there was chips and dip day!! Just what we need on a friday. This looks so good! Bacon makes anything better

parth rathod says

January 09, 2018 at 11:28 pm

this would go perfectly with garlic bread or stuff toasties
thank you for sharing

Avery says

December 05, 2018 at 5:22 pm

Why would you use reduced fat cream cheese & non-fat yogurt?

- staysnatched says
  
  December 05, 2018 at 5:24 pm
  
  Because it's my preference. Use what works best for you.
  
Janet says

December 30, 2018 at 2:52 pm

Have you tried this with smoked chicken added? Im thinking that might be good. Maybe in a wonton cup as an appetizer.

- staysnatched says
  
  December 30, 2018 at 7:15 pm
  
  I haven't tried that, but it sounds amazing!
  
Kristal De La Paz says

July 28, 2021 at 4:24 pm

We received garden fresh jalapeño peppers from our neighbor today so of course I find another amazing recipe on Stay Snatched from Brandi! The dip has the right amount of heat and lots of flavor. I left the seeds out of the peppers and shredded the cheese instead of using the shredded kind. I will definitely be making another batch this weekend!

- staysnatched says
  
  August 03, 2021 at 8:13 pm
  
  Yay! So glad you enjoyed it.
  
Meghann says

September 12, 2021 at 7:35 am

Perfect for football game days! tastes great and easy to make.

- staysnatched says
  
  September 16, 2021 at 11:07 am
  
  I'm glad you enjoyed it!
  
Teri says

October 02, 2021 at 1:28 pm

This was an excellent way to use up all most of my jalapeños I grew this season. Subbed reg bacon for maple , smoked Gouda for the cheddar. The outcome a nice sweet, salty spicy combination.

- staysnatched says
  
  October 02, 2021 at 9:21 pm
  
  Sounds so good.