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Easy Slow Cooker Football Charcuterie Dip Board

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A warm, creamy slow cooker cheese dip surrounded by cured meats, olives, pickles, and fresh dippers. Perfect for game day or any gathering where you want a self-serve board that stays warm for hours.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 8 ounces shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 8 ounces sliced salami
  • 4 ounces sliced prosciutto
  • 4 ounces capicola or hot calabrese (optional)
  • 1 cup assorted olives
  • ½ cup cornichons or pickled okra
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup grapes or apple slices
  • Assorted crackers, crostini, and tortilla chips
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (rosemary or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit out for 30 minutes or microwaving for 15 seconds.
  2. In a slow cooker, combine softened cream cheese, shredded pepper jack, shredded cheddar, sour cream, drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until combined (mixture will be lumpy).
  3. Cover and cook on low for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring once after about an hour, until fully melted and creamy. For a quicker option, cook on high for about 45 minutes.
  4. Stir again before serving. If too thick, add a splash of milk or chicken broth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. While the dip cooks, arrange the charcuterie board: place the slow cooker in the center, surround with small bowls of olives and cornichons, fan out sliced meats, add clusters of grapes, cherry tomatoes, and apple slices, and fill gaps with crackers, chips, and crostini. Garnish with fresh herbs.
  6. Set slow cooker to warm and serve immediately. Stir every 30 minutes if needed to prevent separation.

Notes

Grate your own cheese for the smoothest melt. Drain the tomatoes well to avoid a watery dip. Don’t overcrowd the board; leave space for easy grabbing. Place the slow cooker on a trivet if using a wooden board to prevent heat marks. Leftover dip can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheated gently.

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Keywords: slow cooker dip, charcuterie board, football appetizer, game day dip, cheese dip, party dip, easy appetizer

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