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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Smoked Salmon Dip

    Published: October 7, 2017 · Updated: October 21, 2019 · By: Krissy · 30 Comments
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    cream cheese smoked salmon dip recipe
    This Smoked Salmon Dip made with hot smoked salmon & bacon has a spicy kick and is an outstanding appetizer as well as an amazing breakfast on a bagel.

    Smoked Salmon Dip made with hot smoked salmon & bacon has a spicy jalapeno kick. Also amazing as smoked salmon spread on a bagel!

    smoked salmon cream cheese dip in white square dish with crackers

    Smoked Salmon Dip is a perfect party appetizer. Unlike my popular salmon patties which are made with canned salmon, this smoked salmon dip is made with hot smoked salmon, which you can either buy or make yourself.

    Set the mouthwatering salmon dip out and watch it compete with the deviled eggs for the fastest consumed food on the table.

    I'm seriously feeling withdrawal symptoms as I write this post because my salmon spread is all gone. Must. Make. More. I debated whether I should call this salmon dip or salmon spread.

    Either way, this stuff is my heroine. I am addicted. I crave it morning, noon, and night. I am not exaggerating. that is how much I love it.

    top down picture of Smoked salmon dip with cream cheese, bacon, and hot smoked salmon

    How to serve smoked salmon dip?

    • If you are serving as a dip, you can set out any kind of crackers, bread, or crostini as long as they are strong and won't easily break because the dip is rather thick, especially if it is cold. An alternative would be to serve with a small spreading knife as shown. Or, you might find it quite entertaining to watch your guests break their crackers in the smoked salmon dip.
    • My most favorite way to eat this smoked salmon spread is on a toasted everything bagel with a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice. Add some capers and thinly sliced red onion to the top and you have yourself a complete meal.
    • Smoked salmon dip is a great appetizer for any party or football watching event.

    How long is smoked salmon dip good for?

    I recommend two weeks in an air tight container stored in the refrigerator... if you don't eat it all right away!

    Smoked salmon spread on bagels with a glass of orange juice

    How to make smoked salmon dip:

    • First, you must get your hands on some Alaskan hot smoked salmon. You can find hot smoked salmon at stores like Whole Foods and Costco. Hot smoked salmon is not the same as cold smoked salmon (which I also love and use in all kinds of pasta and appetizer recipes). Hot smoked salmon has a different texture and feels cooked, for a lack of a better description.
    • It's important to use crispy cooked bacon. There is nothing worse than taking a bite and getting a piece of soggy bacon where you question whether the fat has been fully rendered. I highly recommend using my method of how to cook bacon ends & pieces.
    • The amount of heat in this smoked salmon dip depends on the type and amount of pepper you add. I love jalapeno but you can use something else if you desire. I've also found that organic jalapenos tend to pack more heat than conventionally grown peppers.
    • Mixing it all together is simple if you use your Stand mixer. Just be sure to mix everything fully before you add the smoked salmon and bacon so you can control the final texture.
    This Smoked Salmon Dip made with hot smoked salmon & bacon has a spicy kick and is an outstanding appetizer as well as an amazing breakfast on a bagel.

    Smoked Salmon Dip

    Smoked Salmon Dip made with hot smoked salmon & bacon has a spicy jalapeno kick. Also amazing as smoked salmon spread on a bagel!
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    Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Scale: 8 servings
    Recipe Created By: Krissy Allori

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces cream cheese
    • Juice from one lemon
    • ⅔ ounce fresh baby dill (chopped)
    • 1 jalapeno (minced)
    • 1 clove garlic (minced)
    • ½ pound about 1 cup hot smoked salmon (meat should be cold, hot smoked refers to cooking process)
    • ¼ cup cooked bacon ends and pieces

    Instructions

    • In bowl of stand mixer, cream together cream cheese and lemon juice on high speed for several minutes until well combined and fluffy. Scrape sides, then add dill, jalapeno, and garlic and blend until well mixed. Add in salmon chunks and bacon and mix just until combined. The more you mix, the less salmon chunks you'll have.
    • Serve with crackers or crostini for an appetizer or spread on a bagel for breakfast.

    Notes

    Yield three cups

    NUTRITION INFORMATION

    Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 106mg | Vitamin A: 605IU | Vitamin C: 4.2mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Comments

    1. Jen

      November 19, 2022 at 7:55 am

      Do I cook the salmon from the package or do you mix it in raw?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        November 27, 2022 at 8:09 am

        You use salmon that has already been cooked using a hot smoked method.

        Reply
    2. Carolyne Campbell

      February 09, 2021 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      Dear Krissy,
      I made your smoked salmon dip last night. I didn't have the hot smoked salmon so I used the cold. It turned out so goooood!! The lemon and dill flavors were poppin and slamming! Tastes better after flavors have time to meld together. So Good!! ALL your recipes are the bomb! Thanks CC

      Reply
    3. Kathy

      November 25, 2020 at 7:54 am

      Thanks. What is another way to measure the dill? After chopping ? Cups or tablespoons?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        November 28, 2020 at 8:45 am

        If I were to guess, I think I ended up using about 3 tablespoons once it was removed from the stem and chopped. The amount of dill can vary depending on preference, as well.

        Reply
    4. Kathy

      November 23, 2020 at 5:24 am

      4 stars
      Do you remove the seeds from the jalapeño??

      Reply
      • Krissy

        November 23, 2020 at 6:28 am

        That's a matter of preference but, yes, I always do.

        Reply
    5. Tim

      August 14, 2020 at 6:01 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing, I would got to this restaurant back home and I really missed their smoked salmon. Now I have an equal substitute. Even my kids love it!!! All 6 of them they eat it like its candy.
      This will be a staple in out house. Thanks for putting this Amazing recipe out there for us to try!!!!!
      Tim

      Reply
    6. Betty Jefferson

      March 10, 2020 at 10:21 am

      I would love to keep this recipe but don’t know how to save, can you share it?Betty
      Re: Salmon dip

      Reply
      • Amy

        February 06, 2021 at 5:28 pm

        I pinned it to my Pinterest always saved for me there now when I need it.

        Reply
    7. Greg Sobotka

      February 16, 2020 at 11:46 am

      Krissy,
      I love this recipe. I smoked my own salmon on my traeger grill/smoker. It was delicious. However since it is on the thick side (and I wouldn't change that) it should called a spread and always serve it with a decorative small spreader knife.
      Keep up I good work. So far all good recipes.

      Greg

      Reply
      • Krissy

        February 18, 2020 at 11:35 am

        I seriously debated between dip and spread because I usually eat it as a spread too! I guess as long as a spreader knife is there, it can be a dip. Great tip!

        Reply
    8. Julie

      February 01, 2019 at 11:01 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    9. Mireille Jones

      December 24, 2017 at 11:16 am

      Krissy, I consider myself a foodie as well and I must say this recipe is exceptional. I smoked salmon to serve as an appetizer for Christmas tomorrow but decided to turn it into your dip. Now I don’t know if I want to serve it at all- Would much rather keep it for ourselves. This recipe made with all fresh ingredients, is simply perfect! Well done and thank you. I’ll be looking into your other recipes.

      Reply
      • Krissy

        December 30, 2017 at 7:12 am

        Thank you for such a great comment! Did you try it on a bagel with red onion and capers? YUMM!

        Reply
    10. Ann

      June 26, 2017 at 6:48 pm

      We smoked our own salmon & I will make this dip! my question is, how long will it last? I'm having a party in 7 days, what do you suggest?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        July 14, 2017 at 6:35 am

        Sorry for the late reply! Your party has already passed, but I would have recommended making it no more than a day or two in advance.

        Reply
    11. Denisha

      May 01, 2017 at 9:37 pm

      5 stars
      How many calories are in this dip?

      Reply
      • Krissy

        May 19, 2017 at 5:38 am

        No idea

        Reply
    12. Kaye

      July 11, 2016 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      We fish salmon and Lake Trout from Lake Michigan. My husband smoked the fish and I made the dip. I have made smoked salmon dip before but we like the added jalepeño and bacon. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Anna

        August 11, 2016 at 12:16 am

        Hi! Did you use fresh jalopeno?

        Reply
        • Krissy

          August 13, 2016 at 7:45 am

          Yep! Habanero would work too! -Krissy

          Reply
    13. Mary M. Eaton

      July 03, 2016 at 3:42 pm

      4 stars
      Today, after work, I will go to shop for some INGREDIENTS, then I can do this, it should be very delicious.

      Reply
    14. Mark

      June 26, 2016 at 9:32 pm

      4 stars
      Made this for a party tonight. People really liked it.

      Reply
    15. Jackie

      February 06, 2016 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      My boyfriend and I discovered similar dip at a restaurant about an hour out of the way but continued to go back because how much we loved it. This salmon dip came out even better and we make it all of the time! Excellent tip for spreading it on a bagel. That is my new favorite breakfast 🙂 Thank you so much for posting Krissy!

      Reply
    16. CJ

      December 30, 2015 at 11:35 am

      Can you use cold smoked salmon? Is there a brand of hot smoked salmon that you can recommend? I can only find cold smoked salmon in my local grocery store.

      Reply
      • Krissy

        December 31, 2015 at 12:30 pm

        Hi CJ, You can use cold smoked salmon, but it will taste more fishy. I would love it, but I'm not sure everyone would. I don't have a brand recommendation because I've always hot smoked my own, but if you have a Trader Joe's nearby, I'm pretty sure they have some! Enjoy!!! Krissy

        Reply
    17. Yamillette

      December 16, 2015 at 5:58 am

      Hi I don't have a smoker is there any other way I can cook the salmon? Thanks

      Reply
      • Krissy

        December 22, 2015 at 7:49 am

        Hi Yamillette - I would recommend just buying hot smoked salmon. Its different from cold smoked salmon. Otherwise, I don't know how to get the same great taste and flavor without smoking it. Krissy

        Reply
    18. Marty

      June 14, 2015 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      For some reason, I'm a little bit obsessed with spreading this dip on toasted bagels, a la your picture. This dip recipe is downright awesome, thanks so much Krissy! 🙂

      Reply

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