7 Reasons The Dip That Gets All the Attention Fails
This is the creamy, addictive party dip that your guests will ask for repeatedly. It is guaranteed to be the first appetizer to disappear at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 3 cups
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese, softened
- Sour Cream
- Mayonnaise
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Chopped Green Onions
- Bacon Bits
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Salt
- Black Pepper
Instructions
- Combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and bacon bits.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Mix well to distribute the seasonings.
- Taste the dip and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with your favorite chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, toast the bacon bits lightly before mixing them in.
- You can make this dip a day ahead; the flavor improves overnight.
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Use high-quality, sharp cheddar cheese for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg