It’s creamy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon and smoky Gouda — everything a game-day dip should be. Serve it with chips, crostini, or just a spoon. We won’t judge.

🧂 Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese

• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 6 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

• 2 green onions, sliced

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Dash of hot sauce or Worcestershire (optional)

🔥 Directions:

1. Fire up your grill with indirect heat  ( or pre-heat oven to 375 degrees).

2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, Gouda, cheddar, garlic powder, cayenne, and a handful of the bacon.

3. Mix until well combined, then season with salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce or Worcestershire.

4. Spread into a cast-iron skillet or baking dish.

5. Top with remaining bacon and a sprinkle of extra cheese.

6. Cook for 20–25 minutes or until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.

7. Garnish with green onions. Serve hot with tortilla chips, toast, or pretzels.

🏈 Tailgate Tip:

Make it ahead of time and just toss it on the grill at your tailgate to reheat. Bonus points if you use real hickory smoke to finish it.