Hot Cheese and Bacon Dip

Indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this Hot Cheese and Bacon Dip—an irresistible blend of creamy, cheesy, and smoky flavors that's perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy night in. This baked appetizer combines velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and rich mayonnaise with a double dose of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses for a luscious, gooey base. Crispy crumbled bacon and fresh green onions elevate every bite, while a hint of garlic powder and optional paprika add depth and warmth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this warm and bubbly dip pairs beautifully with crackers, baguette slices, or veggie sticks for effortless entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 8 slices Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• 3 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the mayonnaise and sour cream to the bowl. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled bacon (reserve a small amount for garnish), green onions (reserve some for garnish), and garlic powder.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly with golden edges.

Step 7

Carefully remove from the oven and sprinkle the reserved bacon and green onions on top. Add a dash of paprika for garnish if desired.

Step 8

Let the dip cool slightly, then serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1194 grams (1194.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4787

Total Fat 436.00g	559%
Saturated Fat 168.50g	843%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 987mg	329%
Sodium 5970mg	260%
Total Carbohydrate 93.20g	34%
Dietary Fiber 2.40g	9%
Total Sugars 25.10g
Protein 144.60g	289%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2738mg	211%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1196mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.5%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 7.6%