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    Tropical Cheese and Bacon Dip

    Published: Oct 2, 2015 · Modified: Sep 4, 2020 by Tiffany Dahle · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Perfect for bringing to your next pot luck or for serving at your next party: This fantastic Tropical cheese and bacon dip has just 5 ingredients! 

    Tropical cheese and bacon dip

    I am always on the lookout for new things to add to my potluck contribution rotation.

    I love easy appetizers that travel well and are versatile with a wide range of menu items.

    With all the parties and special events coming up over the next few months, now is the perfect time for testing out new recipes.

    I particularly love making dips but they always seem to make more than my family will eat.

    On top of that, my kids are always suspicious that there might be hidden things lurking inside, so making a dip for my potluck contribution lets me finally get a taste of the more grown up appetizers I love.

    Since I can share it with friends, it doesn't go to waste! Win-win.

    I was particularly drawn to this Tropical cheese and bacon dip I found on the Smucker's web site.

    It features crumbled bacon, cheese, green onions, and the new Smucker's Fruit & Honey spread in Tropical flavor which is made from peaches and mangoes.

    Tropical cheese and bacon dip

    I debated all while making this recipe whether or not I should put a little fresh jalapeño in there.

    I asked for some feedback from friends, and they responded they preferred it not spicy so I left it out.

    Having tried it, I definitely think some jalapeño would be an amazing addition. Just know you're audience!

    Tropical cheese and bacon dip

    You simply dump the ingredients into a bowl, stir to combine, and let chill in the fridge to mingle.

    It was super easy to pull together in just a few minutes.

    In fact, check out just how easy here:

    Tropical cheese and bacon dip

    I sprinkled some fresh green onions over the top for garnish.

    If you decide to use jalapeño, you might want to add a few slices of that for garnish as well so that people know it is spicy!

    Tropical cheese and bacon dip

    So the final verdict? YUM.

    During the long grey drizzly winter months down here in the Carolinas, I love eating "Tropical" inspired foods.

    The peppered bacon and the Tropical spread made a lovely combination.

    I served it on simple buttery crackers but it would be delicious on fresh red pepper slices, too!

    Tropical cheese and bacon dip

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    A serving bowl with creamy tropical bacon dip has fresh parsley for garnish on top. Butter crackers surround the bowl.

    Tropical Cheese and Bacon Dip

    5 from 1 vote
    This easy cheese appetizer is perfect for pineapple lovers. Smoky bacon, sweet pineapple, and creamy cheese is delicious spread on crackers.
    TOTAL TIME 2 hours 5 minutes
    PREP TIME 5 minutes
    Inactive Time 2 hours
    YIELD 2 cups of dip
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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 (8 oz) blocks of cream cheese
    • 6 strips of bacon cooked and crumbled
    • ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 2 green onions sliced
    • ¼ cup Smucker's Pineapple Preserves

    Instructions

    • Bring the cream cheese to room temperature. In a large bowl, beat it with a hand mixer until smooth.
    • Fold in remaining ingredients and store in fridge for a few hours for flavors to mingle.
    • Serve with garnish of green onions and a side of crackers or vegetables.
    COURSEDips
    CUISINEAmerican
    AUTHORTiffany Dahle

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    I believe a great family recipe is one that makes everyone at the table happy, not just the kids. I'm the author of two bestselling cookbooks for kids that are chock full of recipes everyone in your family will love. I'm also the hostess of the best online book club for moms.

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