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Whipped Parmesan and Honey Pecan Cheese Dip

Whipped Parmesan and Honey Pecan Cheese Dip for Gatherings

This Whipped Parmesan and Honey Pecan Cheese Dip is a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that blends savory Parmesan with sweet honey, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated or shredded
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Honey add more for a sweeter profile
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce use low-sodium for a lighter option
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika substitute regular paprika for a milder taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Pecans can be swapped with French fried onions for a nut-free option
  • 2 tbsp Butter ensure it’s melted before adding nuts

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soften the Cream Cheese: Place cream cheese in a mixing bowl, let soften for 30 minutes. Mix with soy sauce and smoked paprika until fluffy.
  2. Incorporate Honey: Drizzle honey while mixing, adjusting sweetness to taste.
  3. Add Parmesan Cheese: Fold in Parmesan cheese gently, adjust seasonings to taste.
  4. Chill for Optimal Flavor: Transfer to serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, refrigerate for 1 hour.
  5. Toast the Pecans: In a skillet, melt butter, add pecans, cook for 5-7 minutes, drizzling soy sauce towards the end.
  6. Assemble the Dip: Make a divot in the dip, add toasted pecans, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with black pepper.
  7. Serve with Crackers: Pair with crackers, baguette, or vegetables, arrange on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Can be prepared a day in advance. Store covered in the fridge. Leave at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

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