Baked Bacon Dip
Oct 02, 2024
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Get ready to be obsessed with this baked bacon dip! Warm, cheesy dip loaded with bacon, this is one of my go-to dips for a game day party.
I love a good dip, especially a warm, cream cheese based one like this easy bacon dip. When making this recipe, I decided to take my popular crack dip recipe and change it up just a little to amp up the bacon and adjust the seasonings.
The result, a dip that’s even more irresistible. You can’t go wrong with crispy bacon and creamy cheese.
Once your family and friends have a taste of this dip, they are sure to be asking for the recipe.
If you are looking for more hot dips, check out this pizza dip, jalapeno popper dip, and chili cheese dip.
Why you will love this dip
- A crowd favorite. Every time I make this, everyone eats it up in no time.
- You can make ahead. You can easily prepare this dip up to a day before serving.
- Simple ingredients. This recipes uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
Bacon and cheese dip ingredients
This uses just a few ingredients.
- Bacon – This is the star of the show so be sure to use a good quality bacon. You can also substitute with turkey bacon.
- Cream cheese – This is the base of the dip. I like using full fat cream cheese for the best taste and creaminess.
- Cheese – Shredded cheddar cheese works great for this dip. I recommend shredding your own cheese if possible.
- Sour cream – Sour cream adds another layer of creaminess and a hint of tang.
- Garlic powder – Adds delicious seasoning and flavor.
- Green onion – Diced green onion adds color and flavor.
How to make warm bacon dip
You can scroll to the bottom for the full, printable recipe plus a step-by-step video.
Step one: Cut bacon into small pieces and cook over medium heat. Mix together softened cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder. Stir in shredded cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, and diced green onions.
Step two: Spread the mixture in a pie plate or baking dish. Top with remaining shredded cheese and bacon.
Step 3: Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese melts.
Step four: Serve the dip warm.
Heather’s recipe tips
- Soften the cream cheese. This is probably the most important tip. Softening the cream cheese helps everything to be smooth and no lumps.
- Don’t use pre-shredded cheese. Shredded a block of cheese will give you the best taste and the cheese will melt better. If you are in a pinch you can use pre-shredded cheese but I recommend trying to shred your own.
- Use real bacon. For the best flavor, I don’t recommend using prepackaged bacon bits.
- Double the recipe. If you are serving this dip to a larger crowd, you can easily double the recipe.
Storing instructions
Store: Keep any leftovers covered in the refrigerator. Make sure to let the dip cool before covering or putting in an airtight container.
Reheat: You can reheat this dip in the oven or in the microwave.
Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing this dip. It does not thaw well.
How to serve
There are many dippers you can serve with this dip like crackers, crostini, potato chips, tortilla chips, even vegetables.
I also like serving this dip with other appetizers like:
Common questions
Yes, you can substitute with turkey bacon if needed.
Yes, you can use Greek yogurt or mayonnaise in the place of sour cream.
More delicious dip recipes
Bacon Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 10 pieces bacon, chopped
- 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 green onions, diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-inch pie plate or 8×8 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Chop the bacon into small pieces. Cook in a medium size pan over medium heat until cooked.
- Pour the bacon pieces on a paper towel lined plate to drain any grease.
- In a large bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder with an electric mixer.
- Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheese, half of the bacon pieces, and half of the diced green onions.
- Spread the mixture in the prepared dish. Top with the remaining shredded cheese and bacon. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
- Top with remaining diced green onion and serve warm.
Video
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese. This is probably the most important tip. Softening the cream cheese helps everything to be smooth and no lumps.
- Don’t use pre-shredded cheese. Shredded a block of cheese will give you the best taste and the cheese will melt better. If you are in a pinch you can use pre-shredded cheese but I recommend trying to shred your own.
- Double the recipe. If you are serving this dip to a larger crowd, you can easily double the recipe.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
