Enjoy a taste explosion of epic proportions! Crock Pot Cheesy Cuban Dip transforms a classic Cubano sandwich into the ultimate party food!

Be careful—the flavor combinations in this mouthwatering Crock Pot Cheesy Cuban Dip may become an obsession! Ten minutes of prep work and six simple ingredients (shredded pork, ham, cream cheese, Swiss cheese, Dijon, and chopped dill pickles) combine to make a uniquely fabulous “Can’t stop eating this!” appetizer dip for your next game day get-together!

crock pot cheesy cuban dip in the slow cooker with recipe name at the bottom

The Classic Cubano Deconstructed into Delicious Dip!

A great dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser party food, right? And if you’re looking for a dip unlike any other you’ve ever made (or tried!), this is the recipe you need!

Cubano Cheese Dip turns the famously delicious, double-meat Miami sandwich into the best appetizer ever. It uses all the same ingredients in the classic Cubano recipe plus cream cheese (because what’s a dip without cream cheese?). Serve with bread or crackers, and watch it disappear!

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Ingredients

Meats: Two different types of pork are the foundation for this original sandwich-inspired dip – shredded pork and chopped ham.

Cheese: The Cuban must have Swiss cheese—that’s its signature! Add a block of softened cream cheese because it’s a dip!

Pickles: You’ve probably never had chopped pickles in a dip before, but trust me, they’re essential!

Mustard: The tangy spice of a little Dijon mustard kicks up the flavor of this dip!

How to Make Cheesy Cuban Dip in a Slow Cooker

STEP ONE: Toss all the ingredients into a 2-quart Crock Pot and stir them together.

pulled pork, chopped ham, chopped pickles, swiss cheese, cream cheese, and dijon mustard in a small slow cooker

STEP TWO: Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on LOW for 2-3 hours (or HIGH for 1 hour), stirring halfway through.

crock pot cheesy cuban dip after being mixed halfway through the cookingtime

STEP THREE: Stir once more until the dip is smooth and creamy. Top with extra ham and pickles for garnish before serving warm with crackers and/or bread slices. Be sure to savor every fabulous bite!

crock pot cheesy cuban dip topped with more ham and pickles in a the crock pot

Tips for Success

Try toasting your bread in a panini press like classic Cuban sandwiches are made!
Cheese in block form that you shred yourself always melts better than store-bought, pre-shredded cheese.
Adjust the chopped pickle amount to your personal taste!
For extra creaminess, add a spoonful of mayo or a little cornstarch to the dip ingredients before cooking.

crock pot cheesy cuban dip in a serving bowl with a bread slice stuck into the dip

Can I Make Cuban Sandwich Dip Ahead of Time?

You sure can! Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and/or a lid, and refrigerate for up to 48 hours. Remove from the fridge, spoon into the slow cooker, and set on low for 2 hours. It should be perfect!

looking down at a bread slice topped with crock pot cuban dip over the serving bowl

What is a Cubano?

The original, traditional Cuban sandwich, known as the Cubano, is made with roast pork and sliced ham, layered with Swiss cheese and dill pickles, and on soft, sweet bread with Dijon mustard. The sandwich is warmed in a panini press and is simply perfection!

bread slice lifting some crock pot cheesy cuban dip from the bowl

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*This post originally posted on 12/24/2016.