Description
A creamy, cheesy baked dip featuring a blend of sharp and white cheddar cheeses, cream cheese, sour cream, and flavorful ingredients like garlic powder, green onions, sliced almonds, hot sauce, and chopped bacon. Perfectly baked until bubbly and golden, this crowd-pleasing dip is ideal for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (16-oz) container sour cream
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ¾ cup sliced almonds
- 2 Tbsp hot sauce (or to taste)
- 1½ cups cooked chopped bacon
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the sharp cheddar, white cheddar, softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, chopped green onions, sliced almonds, hot sauce, and cooked chopped bacon. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Bake the dip: Spread the prepared dip mixture evenly into the sprayed baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden around the edges, indicating it is cooked through and ready to serve.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, increase the amount of hot sauce to taste.
- You can substitute the sliced almonds with chopped pecans for a slightly different flavor and texture.
- Use turkey bacon as a lower-fat alternative if preferred.
- Let the dip cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burns and allow flavors to develop.
- Serve with crackers, bread slices, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
