Loaded Baked Potato Dip
Creamy, savory dip loaded with tangy sour cream, sharp melted cheddar, crispy applewood smoked bacon, and green onions.
In a nutshell: This authentic american loaded baked potato dip comes together in just 30 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret is to Render thick-cut applewood bacon until extra crispy; its crunchy texture contrasts wonderf. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
This Loaded Baked Potato Dip has all the decadent flavors of your favorite steakhouse loaded baked potato in an irresistible, crowd-pleasing warm dip. Made with a rich base of cream cheese, tangy sour cream, sharp cheddar, savory garlic, crispy smoked bacon crumbles, and fresh scallions, it is the ultimate game day, tailgate, and holiday party snack.
Key Equipment
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- Medium ceramic baking dish or cast iron skillet
- Hand mixer or spatula
- Skillet for bacon
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Use thick-cut bacon: Render thick-cut applewood bacon until extra crispy; its crunchy texture contrasts wonderfully against the creamy base.
- Serve warm or chilled: While extraordinary served bubbly and warm from the oven, this dip is equally delicious served cold as a traditional baked potato spread.
- Waffle potato chips are best: Sturdy waffle-cut chips or kettle chips hold the heavy dip without snapping.
Ingredients
8
servings
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8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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1 cup sour cream, full-fat for rich velvety texture
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8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
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2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded, divided
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½ cup green onions (scallions), thinly sliced, divided
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1 tsp garlic powder, for savory depth
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½ tsp onion powder, adds allium sweetness
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½ tsp smoked paprika and cracked black pepper, to taste
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1 bag waffle-cut potato chips, for serving
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Beat Creamy Base
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper until completely smooth and creamy.
Fold in Mix-Ins
Fold in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar, half of the crumbled bacon, and 1/3 cup of sliced green onions until evenly distributed.
Assemble in Dish
Spread mixture into a 1-quart ceramic baking dish or 8-inch cast iron skillet. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and remaining bacon crumbles.
Bake until Bubbly
Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the cheese on top is fully melted and golden.
Garnish & Serve
Remove from oven, sprinkle generously with remaining green onions and fresh cracked black pepper, and serve immediately with crispy waffle chips!
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes! Assemble the dip in your baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate up to 24 hours in advance. Bake right before your guests arrive.
Absolutely! Transfer all ingredients to a 2-quart slow cooker and heat on LOW for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally until smooth and bubbly.
Waffle potato chips, pretzel crisps, celery sticks, bell pepper strips, or crusty baguette slices are all phenomenal.
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