Yummy Cheese Bowl Dip

Get ready to wow your crowd with this irresistible Yummy Cheese Bowl Dip—a creamy, cheesy appetizer baked to perfection in a hollowed-out bread bowl. Packed with layers of flavor from tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, sour cream, spicy diced tomatoes with green chilies, and the smoky crunch of crumbled bacon, this warm dip is elevated with just the right touch of garlic, paprika, and green onion. The bread bowl not only acts as an edible serving dish but soaks up all the gooey, melty goodness, making it a centerpiece-worthy addition to game days, gatherings, or holiday spreads. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dip is a crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggie sticks. Whether you're entertaining or indulging, this cheesy masterpiece will have everyone diving in for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel), drained
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium-sized loaf bread bowl or hollowed-out round loaf of bread
• 1 batch tortilla chips or veggie sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes with green chilies, crumbled bacon (reserve a bit for garnish), garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 3

Cut off the top of the bread loaf to create a lid and hollow out the center, leaving about an inch of bread around the edges to make a sturdy bowl.

Step 4

Spoon the cheese mixture into the hollowed-out bread bowl, spreading it evenly.

Step 5

Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet and cover it with the top “lid” of the bread. This will help prevent the mixture from drying out while baking.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese dip is hot and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove the bread lid during the last 5 minutes of baking to slightly toast the top of the dip if desired.

Step 8

Carefully remove the bread bowl from the oven. Garnish the top of the dip with the reserved crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.

Step 9

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks on the side for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1635.1 grams (1635.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4531

Total Fat 263.60g	338%
Saturated Fat 138.60g	693%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 638mg	213%
Sodium 7246mg	315%
Total Carbohydrate 421.00g	153%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 42.70g
Protein 145.60g	291%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2425mg	187%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 1877mg	40%

*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: 51.1%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 36.3%