Cheesy Bacon Ranch Dip (Printable)

Creamy dip featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and tangy ranch seasoning, baked golden and bubbly.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - ½ cup sour cream

→ Meat

04 - 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a small 1-quart baking dish.
02 - In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
03 - Fold in shredded cheddar, most of the crumbled bacon, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
04 - Spoon the mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the surface.
05 - Sprinkle the reserved bacon evenly over the top of the mixture.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden around the edges.
07 - Remove from oven and garnish with green onions and parsley as desired.
08 - Serve warm with chips, crackers, or vegetable dippers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in ten minutes but tastes like you've been stirring a pot all day.
  • Bacon makes everything better, and this dip proves it without apology.
  • The edges get golden and crispy while the middle stays warm and creamy—texture heaven.
02 -
  • Cold cream cheese will ruin your life—make sure it's soft enough that a knife goes through it easily, or you'll spend ten minutes cursing while you stir.
  • Don't skip the reserved bacon on top; those crispy pieces are what make people remember this dip instead of just forgetting about it.
03 -
  • Use full-fat sour cream and never skip it—it's what prevents this from feeling like cheese soup.
  • Taste the bacon before it goes in the dip; there's nothing worse than discovering your bacon was disappointing after you've already mixed it in.
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