This warm bacon and cheddar dip is creamy, savory, and made for sharing. Crisp bacon, sharp cheddar, green onions, and a little ranch seasoning make it a cozy Southern party favorite.
Southern Game Day Bacon & Cheddar Dip
Course: AppetizerCuisine: SouthernDifficulty: EasyCook Mode
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Ingredients
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Hot sauce, to taste
Reserved from the amounts above for topping: 1/4 cup cheddar, 2 tablespoons bacon, and 1 tablespoon green onions
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Reserve 1/4 cup cheddar, 2 tablespoons bacon, and 1 tablespoon green onions for topping. Stir the remaining cheddar, bacon, and green onions into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the mixture in a greased cast-iron skillet or baking dish.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, until hot and bubbly. For a golden top, broil for 2–3 minutes, watching closely.
- Let the dip rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with the reserved cheddar, bacon, and green onions. Serve warm with Ritz crackers, toasted baguette slices, or sturdy chips.
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