The Best Party Dip

Get ready to wow your guests with "The Best Party Dip," a warm, cheesy, and utterly irresistible appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. This crowd-pleasing dip combines a creamy base of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, infused with the bold flavors of garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of paprika. Shredded cheddar, savory Parmesan, crispy bacon, and optional diced jalapeños add a delightful complexity, while thinly sliced green onions provide a fresh, zesty kick. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes, this rich, oven-baked dip is ideal for serving with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks. Whether it's game day or a festive holiday party, this indulgent and easy-to-make dip will be the star of your snack spread. Don’t forget the optional parsley garnish for a touch of color and freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup diced jalapeños (optional)
• 6 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0 tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to the mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 4

Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, diced jalapeños (if using), sliced green onions, and crumbled bacon. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches works well). Spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the dip.

Step 7

Place the dish in the oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 8

Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1017.5 grams (1017.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3549

Total Fat 316.70g	406%
Saturated Fat 141.60g	708%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 773mg	258%
Sodium 4843mg	211%
Total Carbohydrate 86.90g	32%
Dietary Fiber 4.30g	15%
Total Sugars 26.40g
Protein 114.20g	228%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2269mg	175%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1009mg	21%

*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: 78.0%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 9.5%