WW Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Dip

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WW Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Dip is a healthy and delicious snack. We prepare it in just 35 minutes, so it’s perfect to make for quick meals. This is made up of reduced-fat cream cheese, turkey bacon, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, red pepper jelly, mozzarella cheese, and buttery crackers. It contains 10 grams of protein and 190 calories per serving. Serve this WW Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Dip with turkey meatballs, rice crackers, bell pepper strips, whole-wheat toast, or roasted vegetable sticks. You may store or freeze this dip, so you can easily prepare it in advance.

STATS:

  • Total time: 35 minutes
  • Calories: 190 kcal
  • Serving size: ¼ cup dip
  • Cooking time: 25 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 10 Course: Snack
  • Preparation time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Hand mixer 8-inch round baking dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Cheese grater
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring scale
  • Oven

INGREDIENTS:

  • 16 ounces softened reduced-fat cream cheese
  • Half tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
  • Half cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 4 slices crumbled center-cut turkey bacon
  • ⅓ cup reduced-sugar red pepper jelly
  • 5 small buttery crackrs per serving

INGREDIENT NOTES:

REDUCED-FAT CREAM CHEESE:

  • Cream cheese will provide the smooth texture and tangy taste which will help to balance the sweet taste of pepper jelly. You may will also utilize Neufchâtel cheese as a substitute.

CENTER-CUT TURKEY BACON:

  • Add the turkey bacon to provide the crisp and savory taste in this dip. You would also utilize the turkey ham instead of the bacon.

REDUCED-SUGAR RED PEPPER JELLY:

  • We have to use the pepper jelly to provide the sweet taste and some spice in this dip. It will enhance the appearance and goes nicely with cheese mix. You may also make the reduced-sugar containing pepper jelly if required.

PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA:

  • We use this mozzarella to provide the stretchy texture in the dip. It should be shredded fresh so it melts well as the pre shredded cheese will not give the same results.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, mix softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and crumbled turkey bacon in the bowl.
  2. Spread the mixture in the dish and warm the oven to 375°F, then bake the dip for 25 minutes.
  3. Include reduced-sugar pepper jelly in the bowl and microwave it for 30 seconds.
  4. Take the dip from the oven and spread the warm pepper jelly on top.
  5. Lastly, cool the dip for a few minutes and serve with buttery crackers.

TIPS:

  • Utilize the softened cream cheese so it mixes well to make the smooth dip.
  • You should avoid heating the pepper jelly too much to avoid runny results.
  • Shred the cheese freshly then add in the mixture for melting texture.
  • Cook the turkey bacon till it gets crispy for the best taste and texture of the dip.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Include the cooled dip in the box and store for four days.

FREEZER:

  • We would freeze the cheese mixture without the pepper jelly topping for two months in the container.

FAQs:

Can I prepare this dip earlier?

  • Yes, you may prepare the cheese mixture and refrigerate it for one day, then bake when required.

Does regular bacon work well in this recipe?

  • Yes, you may add regular bacon for better results, but the values will change.

Is this dip very spicy?

  • No, it has a mild sweet and spicy taste that you may adjust by including mild pepper jelly.

Should I exclude mozzarella to make this dip?

  • Yes, you may skip mozzarella or use reduced-fat cheddar cheese instead.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 190 kcal

Net carbs: 7 g

Iron: 0.4 mg

Total carbs: 9 g

Vitamin A: 850 IU

Fiber: 0.5 g

Calcium: 180 mg

Protein: 10 g

Sodium: 430 mg

Potassium: 105 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 8 Points