Creamy Million Dollar Dip with Bacon
A creamy, bacon-packed dip that’s quick to make and perfect for parties. This crowd-pleasing dip combines smoky bacon, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and cheddar for a rich and tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 18 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: a few dashes hot sauce
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cool.
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand mixer or sturdy spoon.
- Mix in sour cream and mayonnaise until fully incorporated and silky smooth.
- Stir in ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, black pepper, and hot sauce if using. Mix gently but thoroughly.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon carefully to keep texture distinct.
- Add sliced green onions and stir. Optionally, sauté green onions in reserved bacon fat before adding for extra flavor.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and dip thicken.
- Serve chilled or slightly below room temperature with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture. Save a tablespoon of bacon fat to sauté green onions for extra flavor. Chill dip for at least 1 hour for best taste and texture. If too thick after chilling, stir in a tablespoon of milk or cream to loosen. Can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Avoid freezing to prevent texture changes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 5
Keywords: creamy dip, bacon dip, party dip, easy appetizer, ranch dip, cheddar cheese dip, crowd pleaser