Description
This Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for parties, game nights, or any gathering. It’s incredibly easy to make and always a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix until evenly distributed.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a small oven-safe dish or pie plate.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and bubbly around the edges.
- Garnish with fresh chives, if desired.
- Serve hot with your favorite dippers like tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can use a hand mixer to combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
- If you prefer a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Bake just before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
