Warm Bacon Cheese Dip

A warm bacon cheese dip that's perfect for dipping crackers, pita chips, or crusty fresh baked bread.  The perfect appetizer to serve when company is coming or the big game is on and your family is all gathered around the TV cheering on their favorite team. You might even want to serve this dip in my semi-homemade bread bowls.

I have always loved a warm dip. There's something about dipping into gooey melted cheese that is delicious.

Years ago...many, many years ago, I discovered a recipe for a warm bacon cheese dip that was baked in a loaf of read.  It was always a hit whenever I made it for family and friends.  

Warm Bacon Cheese Dip

I decided to make the recipe again without baking it in a loaf of bread, but in a baking dish. It was amazing! Another added bonus to redoing this recipe in a baking dish is it's now perfect if you're following a keto-friendly type of diet plan.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

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• Pie Plates - a simple pie plate is all you need to bake this recipe. Or you could use something a little prettier like the white quiche dish listed below.
• Measuring cups - don't you love the fun color?
• Food Processor - an electric mixer will work as well.

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Ingredients: 

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• 8 ounces cream cheese; softened
• 2 cups sour cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese; shredded
• 6 - 8 slices bacon; cooked and crumbled

Directions

Step 1: Mix the Ingredients Together

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or food processor, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the sour cream, cheddar cheese and bacon. Mix until smooth.

Step 2: What Size Plate to Use?

Spoon the mixture into a 9 - 10 inch pie plate or quiche plate that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. 

Step 3: Baking Instructions

Bake in a pre-heated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and hot.Garnish with chopped chives, chopped bacon or chopped green onions.

Tips for Making a Warm Dip

• Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature so it's easy to blend.
• You can use an electric mixer to combine the ingredients, but I like to use my food processor.
• Always pre-cook the bacon before adding it to the rest of the ingredients.
• I like to use a pie plate to bake this recipe in...actually a quiche dish.  But a pie plate works great too.
• Make sure you spray the baking dish with non-stick cooking spray before adding the dip.
• You can prepare this recipe ahead of time and then 30 minutes before your guests arrive bake it in the oven so it's bubbly hot when the doorbell rings.

Serving Tips

Usually I like to serve this dip with crackers, pita chips or tortilla chips. One time I even made a recipe of homemade French baguette to go along with it. 

Another great way to serve this cheese dip is to spoon a little over boiled potatoes or even on top of a baked potato. This cheese dip would even work great spread on top of baked chicken. 

If you're trying to keep this recipe really low carb or even Keto-friendly, you're going to want to not have crackers. 

More Easy Appetizer Recipes: 

• Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
• Homemade Queso Cheese Dip - no fake cheese!
• Mini Spinach and Bacon Quiche
• Homemade Guacamole 
• Zucchini Pizza Bites - low calorie and low carb!

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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2015 with new photos and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!