With a sharp knife, score the top of the cream cheese in a criss-cross pattern. Don't cut all the way to the bottom of the cream cheese, about halfway will do.
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Stir together the chili powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika and black pepper to make the dry rub.
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Coat the top and sides of the cream cheese with the dry rub. Place the cream cheese in a small cast-iron skillet or aluminum pan.
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Immediately place the cream cheese on a 225-degree F smoker with a water pan. Close the lid and smoke for about two hours.
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For the perfect party dipper, you’ll love this crowd-pleasing smoked cream cheese. Grab your favorite crackers and enjoy every luscious bite.