Description
Loaded Creamy Ranch Dip is the ultimate party appetizer, combining the cool tang of ranch with crispy bacon, shredded cheese, and fresh green onions. Perfect for dipping chips, veggies, or spreading on crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 oz) container sour cream
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (75g) cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup (25g) chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream and ranch seasoning mix until well blended.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, garlic powder (if using), and black pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Stir again before serving. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Can be made a day ahead for even better flavor.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Great served in a bread bowl or as a sandwich spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: ranch dip, creamy dip, bacon ranch, party appetizer, loaded dip, cheese dip