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Smoked Gouda Dip

Name: Smoked Gouda Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese (softened); ½ cup sour cream; ½ cup mayonnaise; 8 ounces smoked Gouda cheese (shredded); 5 slices cooked (crumbled bacon); 2 green onions (finely chopped); 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ¼ teaspoon salt

By Dahn Boquist

On May 30, 2022, • Updated Nov 17, 2024

4.92 from 12 votes

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Smoked gouda dip is thick and creamy with a delicious, smoky flavor and a salty crunch from crisp bacon. Whether you serve it with potato chips, fresh veggies, or slices of crusty sourdough bread, this cheesy dip will surely be the party appetizer that disappears fast!

Smoked gouda dip surrounded by potato chips.

Smoked gouda has the best flavor on its own but we’re stepping it up a notch with our smoked gouda cheese dip recipe! Not only is it easy to make, but it’s the perfect starter for any get-together, including special occasions, family dinners, or backyard barbecues.

Dress it up with a plate of raw vegetables, toasted pita chips, or these sourdough crackers, or make it a casual appetizer and serve it with a bag of salty potato chips.

Just like our French onion dip, buffalo chicken dip, and Liptauer cheese spread , this smoked gouda dip is an irresistible combination of creamy, cheesy, savory goodness!

And, whenever there’s bacon involved, you know it’s going to be good. 😉

Why This Recipe Works

Smoked gouda dip only takes 10 minutes to make and, just like the prep time, the ingredient list is short and sweet.

A combination of smoked gouda and smoked paprika gives the dip a smoky flavor.
Cream cheese makes the sauce thick and creamy without needing any thickeners.
The dip is naturally gluten-free (use a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce).
A quick and easy recipe that you can whip up at the last minute.

dipping a chip into a bowl of smoked gouda dip.

The Ingredient List

To make this smoked gouda dip, you will need:

Cream cheese, softened
Sour cream
Mayonnaise
Gouda cheese, shredded
Cooked bacon, crumbled
Green onions, finely chopped
Lemon juice
Smoked paprika
Onion powder
Worcestershire sauce
Salt

How to Make Smoked Gouda Dip

For this smoked gouda dip recipe, an electric mixer works best (either a hand mixer or a standup mixer). Make sure the cream cheese is softened so that it mixes creamy and blends with the other ingredients well. Cold cream cheese will result in lumps of cheese in the dip.

Here’s a look at how easy it is to make smoked gouda dip! For the full, printable recipe card with all of the details, scroll to the bottom of the page.

Beat the cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the mayonnaise and sour cream.
Stir in the rest of the ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Refrigerate until it’s time to serve.
Serve with chips, pretzels, or pita chips!

Not only does our smoked gouda dip make a yummy appetizer, but it’s also a delicious spread and will jazz up any sandwich!

Potato chips in a bowl of smoked gouda dip.

Recipe Tips for the Best Results

You can make smoked gouda dip with whipped cream cheese (in a tub) or block cream cheese.
If you use block cream cheese, make sure it’s softened and beat it well with an electric mixer to remove any lumps. Whipped cream cheese is much fluffier and softer to start with so it’s not necessary to soften it.
Store this dip in the refrigerator until it’s time to serve but let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before enjoying. This will give the dip some time to soften and it will be much easier to dip chips into it.
Store any leftover dip in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.

This smoked gouda cheese dip recipe couldn’t be any easier! It’s the party app you need when… well, whenever you want something cheesy, flavorful, and oh, so GOOD.

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About Dahn Boquist

Dahn is a retired nurse, recipe creator, home cook, baker, and self-proclaimed foodie. She loves creating in the kitchen and cooking for family and friends. She lives in Washington State with her husband and dog. When she isn't cooking or baking, you can usually find her spending time with her grandchildren or exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest.