How to Make It
Drain the pineapple
5 minutes
Press the crushed pineapple firmly against a fine-mesh strainer or squeeze it through cheesecloth to extract as much liquid as possible. Reserve 1–2 tablespoons of juice in case you want to thin out the dip later.
Whip the cream cheese
3 minutes
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature cream cheese until completely smooth and fluffy. This prevents lumps and ensures an effortless dip consistency.
Fold in the ingredients
2 minutes
Gently stir in the drained crushed pineapple, diced bell pepper, green onions, toasted pecans, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
Chill and set
30–60 minutes
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This lets the flavors meld together and firms up the dip slightly for easy scooping.
Pro Tip: For a sweet dessert variation, swap the bell peppers and green onions for a dash of vanilla extract, a tablespoon of brown sugar, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve it with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or fresh apple slices!
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