Crack dip is just the appetizer to serve at your next gathering. Creamy dip filled with bacon, cheese and ranch seasonings, your family and friends will be asking for more.
Dips like Knorr spinach dip, chipped beef dip, sausage and beer cheese, and french onion dip are always a hit at gatherings.
Why this recipe works
- Can be made quick and easy. Great last minute no fuss appetizer!
- Seriously so tasty. Salty, creamy, cheesy, all the things that make up the perfect dip.
- Great dip for a crowd at parties and holidays.
What is crack dip?
Maybe you have heard of other recipes like crack chicken or this dip. I’m not sure where the name came from but it typically means a mixture of ranch, cheese and bacon. This recipe can sometimes also be referred to as Million Dollar Dip.
Ingredients needed
This is an easy dip recipe with few ingredients that comes together for a burst of flavor.
Cream cheese – Make sure that it is softened. This helps to achieve a soft, creamy dip.
Sour cream – Feel free to use full fat or light sour cream.
Bacon– I prefer using cooked bacon and chopping into small pieces but store bought bacon bits also works well.
Ranch seasoning – This is a key ingredient for this dip. Use packaged or homemade seasoning mix.
Green onion – Adds a little color and crunch.
Cheddar cheese – This recipe calls for cheddar cheese, feel free to use mild or sharp.
Seasoned salt – This adds an extra kick of flavor.
How to make the best crack dip recipe
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- Mix: Add cream cheese, ranch seasoning, seasoned salt and sour cream to large bowl. Mix with an electric mixer.
- Stir: Stir in bacon bits, cheese and onions.
- Chill: Cover and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
What to use for dipping
There are many different things you can use to scoop up this delicious spread. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Crackers : butter crackers, saltine crackers, wheat and more.
- Vegetables: celery sticks, carrot sticks, cucumbers, bell peppers and more.
- Chips: Fritos, tortilla chips, and potato chips work well.
- Other: This is also great spread on a tortilla and rolled up for a pinwheel appetizer.
Variations
This dip is easy to change up by adding different ingredients. Here are a few ways to
- Protein: Try adding cooked sausage, ground beef or shredded chicken.
- Heat: Spice up your dip with diced jalapenos or hot sauce.
- Cheese: I used mild cheddar but this dip is great other cheeses like Monterey jack, Mexican blend, or even pepper jack.
- Warm: This dip recipe can be served warm. Spread it in a baking dish and place in 400 degree oven for 15-20 minutes.
How long can you leave out this party dip?
Since this dip is made with perishable ingredients, it should not sit out at room temperature for more than 2-3 hours. If this dip is served already chilled, 3 hours would be the maximum time you would want it out before putting back into the refrigerator.
Recipe tips
- Make sure to let the cream cheese soften before mixing. I usually set it out on the counter 30 minutes before making.
- I love using cooked crumbled bacon or even turkey bacon. Bacon bits also work well especially if you are in a hurry.
- This dip is great served chilled but it can be served immediately after making.
More easy appetizer dips
- Cucumber avocado dip – Cool, creamy and crunchy, this dip is great for a warm day.
- Pumpkin hummus – A fun twist on classic hummus.
- Bacon spinach artichoke dip – Warm, cheese dip with bacon and artichokes.
- Shrimp dip – Warm dip filled with shrimp.
- Cream cheese fruit dip – A delicious, cream cheese dip perfect for fresh fruit.
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Crack Dip
Ingredients
- 1 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1 oz package ranch seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 green onions, diced
- 1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 cup bacon bits or 6 pieces cooked chopped bacon
Instructions
- Using an electric mixer, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning and seasoned salt.
- Stir in green onions, bacon, and cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Video
Nutrition
Julie Krogh
Made this last night foe a porch party, it was a success!! Not the most healthy option you can offer, however as a treat…well worth the calories ps..I did add about 2 tablespoons of light mayo.. It just seemed to give it a creamer feel.
Kay
This is Sooo Good , our daughter Loves it & the older grandchildren !!! It’s definitely a winner in our home
Erin
Will this dip be good if I make it for a party I’m having in two days?
heather
Yes, it should stay good for 2 days.
Stacy
Made this recipe for the first time. Doubling the recipe made a lot – I packed 2-heaping-cups for a Thanksgiving gathering, and the rest was enough to enjoy with unexpected company and gradually throughout the week. Served it with carrots, celery, Terra veggie chips, Ritz crackers, and rosemary flatbread. It was a hit, especially with the boyfriend’s parents! Thank you – keeping this one in the books.
Amanda
Amazing absolutely 💯 amazing so good with tomato Basil wheat thins muah chefs kiss.
Joyce
What else could you serve it with besides chips!
heather
You could serve it with crackers, cut up veggies like peppers and cucumbers, little toasts. I even like spreading it on a tortilla, roll it up and chill for an hour and then cut into pinwheels. Hope this helps 🙂
Connie
Brought this to a group dinner, was wonderful!
Angela
Hi, I wanted to let you know the link you have for this recipe on the YouTube video is broken (page not found). Had to search this site to find it.
heather
Thank you! I will get it fixed.
S
Can I freeze this dip or does that result in a yucky outcome?
heather
I wouldn’t recommend freezing it. When the cream cheese thaws it gets kind of a weird consistency.
LINDA
SOOOO GOOD!! I HAVE MADE THIS RECIPE 3 TIMES NOW AND EACH TIME I HAVE HAD REQUESTS FOR THE RECIPE. THANKS FOR SHARING.
Tina
I just made this dip for dinner tonight. Too go with club sandwiches. It smells and taste delicious now. I can only imagine how good it will taste once the flavors set in. Whatever is leftover will go into a baked potato casserole.
Barbara
I tried this recipe over the 4th of July and it was way too salty. (And I like salt!) The first time ever, for me, that 3/4 of a dip was leftover! I followed the recipe except I didn’t add the seasoned salt – didn’t matter! I should have know better because bacon and cheese are salty but I did it and if you make this omit the ranch seasoning or just put in a little and try it before adding more.
heather
I’m sorry Barbara. Yes, if you want to reduce the sodium you can add less of the ranch seasoning.
Stephanie
Oh man, this was incredible! I almost ate the entire bowl by myself.:)
Eden
SO good!!! The yummiest dip! Can’t wait to make it again!
Valentina
This crack dip is my go-to dip for all my parties and events! Such a delicious and easy appetizer!
Serena Saunders
Has anyone tried this dip baked? I am prepping it right now 🙂
Allyson Zea
This dip is my all time favorite! SO YUM!