Description
Creamy BLT dip brings classic sandwich flavors into a shareable appetizer perfect for gatherings. Crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and cool lettuce blend seamlessly with a rich cream cheese base that guests will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Blend Base: Whip cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a mixing bowl until achieving a smooth, creamy foundation with no lumps.
- Season Mixture: Incorporate garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring vigorously to distribute seasonings evenly and create a robust flavor profile.
- Integrate Cheese and Bacon: Fold sharp cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture, then gently mix in crispy, crumbled bacon pieces, ensuring uniform distribution throughout the dip.
- Add Fresh Elements: Delicately blend diced tomatoes and sprinkle finely chopped green onions, introducing vibrant color and complementary textures to the creamy base.
- Chill and Develop Flavors: Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least one hour, allowing ingredients to meld and intensify their collective taste and complexity.
- Garnish and Serve: Before presentation, top with shredded crisp lettuce and accompany with an array of dipping vessels like rustic crackers, golden tortilla chips, or toasted baguette slices for a delightful appetizer experience.
Notes
- Enhance Bacon Distribution: Crumble bacon into varied sizes for uneven, more interesting texture and ensure even spread throughout the dip.
- Control Moisture Level: Pat tomatoes dry before adding to prevent liquid separation and maintain creamy consistency of the dip.
- Optimize Chilling Time: Allow dip to rest at least 2 hours for deeper flavor melding, with maximum flavor development occurring after 4-6 hours.
- Adjust Dietary Needs: Swap full-fat ingredients with low-fat alternatives for lighter version, or use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for protein boost and tangier profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 306
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg