Description

This Cowboy Pickled Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread is a flavorful, tangy, and spicy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Combining creamy softened cream cheese with zesty pickled jalapeños, jalapeño juice, savory bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning, it delivers a deliciously bold taste that pairs wonderfully with crackers, chips, or fresh veggies. The spread is quick to prepare and requires no cooking, making it an easy yet impressive addition to your snack table.

Ingredients

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Spread Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup pickled jalapeños (chopped)
¼ cup pickled jalapeño juice
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
¼ cup cooked bacon (crumbled)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Beat Cream Cheese: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, creating a creamy base for the spread.
Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped pickled jalapeños, jalapeño juice, ranch seasoning mix, crumbled cooked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions (if using) to the cream cheese. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Season: Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper as needed to suit your preference.
Chill: Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together nicely.
Serve: Serve chilled with an assortment of crackers, tortilla chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetable sticks for a delicious appetizer.

Notes

For a milder version, reduce the amount of jalapeños or substitute with mild banana peppers.
This spread doubles as a tasty bagel schmear or a sandwich spread.