Crack Dip with Ranch Recipe Easy Bacon-Loaded Party Favorite
A creamy, bacon-loaded, and utterly addictive ranch dip perfect for parties, game days, or casual get-togethers. Easy to make with pantry staples and guaranteed to disappear fast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream, full-fat
- 1 oz (28g) ranch seasoning packet
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup (110g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crunchy, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream. Blend until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or spoon.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning packet and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Fold in chopped bacon, reserving some bacon bits for topping.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×8 inch baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle reserved bacon bits and green onions on top.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20 minutes or until hot, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for best creamy texture. Cook bacon slowly on medium heat to avoid burning. Do not overbake; bake just until bubbly to prevent greasiness. Reserve some bacon for topping to add crispy texture. Can be reheated in oven at 325°F with foil cover for about 10 minutes. Not recommended to freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6th
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 12
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