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    Home » Holiday » Cinco de Mayo » Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa Spread with Black Bean Crackers {gluten-free}

    LAST UPDATED: July 11, 2018 • FIRST PUBLISHED: May 5, 2015 By Toni Dash 28 Comments

    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa Spread with Black Bean Crackers {gluten-free}

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    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa spread with Black Bean crackers gluten-free

    This post is sponsored by Breton crackers. All opinions are my own.

    Can I make a confession? Despite loving great food, if I could eat cheese, crackers and a glass of wine for dinner, I’d be a happy camper. My earliest memories of crackers were at adult parties. Reserved exclusively for the adults with fancy spreads or topped with tidy slices of cheese while the kids were dismissed downstairs with an alternative non-memorable snack. Crackers seemed like ‘fancy food’, not to be eaten outside of an ‘occasion’.

    Times have changed and the world of crackers has exploded offering almost every flavor, ingredient, imported, raw; you name it and you most likely can find it. Being gluten free has narrowed the cracker playing field for my kids (who are also gluten free) and me however. Not all crackers are available in a gluten-free equivalent. It can be a bit of a Goldilocks experimentation as well. Some are too hard, some are too soft and we are always on the hunt for the one that is ‘just right’ with great flavor, quality ingredients and good consistency.

    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa spread with Black Bean crackers gluten-free and guacamole

    Despite still personally having a residual mindset of crackers being for an occasion or deliberate recipe, in my house that is not so for my kids. I realized recently I will buy a box of crackers with a recipe in mind and most often they are gobbled up before my recipe hits the table. For my son especially, they go to school in his lunch and are an after school snack replacing chips of any sort since he has braces. We were very excited to try a new gluten-free cracker from Breton. I loved Breton crackers before becoming gluten-free for the ample size and great flavor but waved good bye when gluten was no longer in the picture.

    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa spread with Black Bean crackers

    Fortunately I had multiple boxes of the newly discovered crackers on hand as they began to quickly disappear as soon as the cellophane wrapper was opened! They are completely flavorful and satisfying on their own though I was determined to whip up something to serve with the Black Bean with Onion and Garlic crackers for our Cinco de Mayo celebration! I personally was delighted to have discovered an option that is a perfect pairing for Mexican food. The crackers have a wonderful natural flavor of black beans, onion, and garlic without being overpowering, a great texture, no artificial colors or flavors, as well as 2 grams each of protein and fiber in a serving (something that can be lacking in gluten-free crackers and baked goods).

    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa spread with Black Bean crackers

    Entertaining can be overwhelming especially if time is short. I’m a firm believer in having a battery of proven recipes on the ready so I can enjoy my company while they are visiting, or make something quick to give any day a party-feel. This Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa Spread could not be easier. Other than cooking the bacon, everything is put into the food processor or blender and turned into a creamy spread. It can be made ahead of time or minutes before serving. If you like things spicy (I do) the type and heat level of the salsa you add will keep that under control or pump it! The flavors are a perfect match with the Bretons Black Bean crackers as well. Fortunately I hid a few boxes before they were devoured to celebrate with the spread too!

    Breton Gluten-Free Black Bean crackers with Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa spread

    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa spread with Black Bean crackers gluten-free

    Cream Cheese Bacon Salsa Spread with Black Bean Crackers {gluten-free}

    A simple spread made with tangy cream cheese, smoky bacon and mild or hot salsa, along with other fresh ingredients is a mouthwatering hit of any entertaining. The spread's flavor may be changed with the type of salsa, as well as its heat level. I used a smoky chipotle salsa that was a wonderful compliment to the bacon and cream cheese. Pairs perfectly with Breton Black Bean with Onion and Garlic gluten-free crackers.
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 9 2 1/4 cup spread
    Calories: 156kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 2 large Scallions , white and light green portions
    • 1 large garlic clove , peeled
    • 2 8- ounce packages Cream Cheese , softened
    • 4 slices Bacon , fully cooked and drained; any large pieces of fat removed after cooking
    • ½ cup Salsa , mild or hot
    • 1 tablespoon Sour Cream
    • 1 tablespoon Chives , chopped
    • Garnish option: pickled jalapeno slices
    • Breton Gluten-Free Black Bean with Onion and Garlic Crackers

    Instructions

    • Add the scallions and garlic to the bowl of a food processor or blender. Pulse to process into smaller pieces (will be processed again with the rest of the ingredients so the pieces do not have to be very small).
    • Add the remaining ingredients (cream cheese, bacon, salsa, sour cream and chives) and process until all the ingredients are fully combined and the spread is creamy. Place in the refrigerator in a sealed container to thicken (10 minutes or longer). Serve with a spreading knife and sliced pickled jalapeno pepper slices as optional garnish.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 269mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 540IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. TidyMom says

      May 06, 2015 at 10:25 am

      Black bean crackers sound like a match made in heaven!! I could eat crackers and dip every day!

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    2. Liz says

      May 06, 2015 at 8:13 am

      5 stars
      Oh, yeah! I’m with you on the cheese and crackers for dinner! And I need to find those Breton crackers—what a marvelous flavor!

      Reply
    3. Sandy @ RE says

      May 06, 2015 at 4:50 am

      Tony, that dip looks fantastic and love the black bean crackers!

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      • Toni Dash says

        May 06, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        So glad you like it Sandy!

        Reply
    4. Roxana says

      May 05, 2015 at 9:28 pm

      Looks delicious!

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      • Toni Dash says

        May 06, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        I agree Roxana!

        Reply
    5. Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says

      May 05, 2015 at 8:18 pm

      Oooo I am so intrigued by these!!! Love the idea of black bean!!

      Reply
      • Toni Dash says

        May 06, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        Don’t you? I too was very excited about black beans especially in seeing the ingredient list.

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