Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbling and golden around the edges.
- Remove from oven and drizzle with maple syrup.
- Garnish with chopped bacon and chives before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
- Serve hot with toasted bread, crackers, or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg