December 28, 2023
Review RecipeBLT Dip
![close up shot of BLT Dip with a tortilla chip](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Recipe-Card-268x268.jpg)
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This easy BLT Dip has all the best parts of your favorite classic BLT sandwich with a twist. It’s a creamy, indulgent mixture of delicious crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomatoes made in dip form that’s perfect for serving at a party or enjoying on a lazy summer afternoon.
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BLT Dip Ingredients
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This delicious dip has the flavor combination of everyone’s favorite sandwich.
The creamy base is made with lots of mayo, sour cream, and seasonings. Then you’ll crumble bacon and add shredded cheese.
Finally, fresh ingredients like chopped tomatoes and crisp lettuce finish off this perfect party appetizer.
For this simple recipe you’ll need:
- 2 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise (your favorite brand)
- 1 (1-ounce) packet of dry ranch dressing mix
- 2½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1½ pounds smoked bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve ½ cup for topping)
- 2 cups shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese
- ¾ cup diced Roma tomatoes (topping)
- 1½ cups shredded lettuce (topping)
PRO TIP:
Roma tomatoes are less juicy, and therefore your dip won’t become too soggy.
Substitutions and Additions for BLT Dip
GREEK YOGURT: You can swap out creamier, high-protein Greek yogurt for either the sour cream or mayo in this dip recipe.
TOMATOES: If fresh tomatoes aren’t available or you want a different texture, sun-dried tomatoes can be a great addition. They’ll add a more concentrated, slightly sweet flavor to the dip.
LETTUCE: For a crunchier texture, try swapping iceberg lettuce with romaine lettuce. If you’re looking for a more nutrient-dense option, baby spinach is a great choice.
CHEESE: Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese. You could use shredded cheddar cheese, pepper jack for a spicy kick, or mozzarella for a milder taste. Each cheese brings its unique flavor and texture to the dish.
GREEN ONIONS: You can add green onions or chives can be a good alternative if you prefer a milder onion flavor. They add a nice color and subtle taste without overpowering the other ingredients.
GARLIC POWDER: Fresh minced garlic can be used for a more robust garlic flavor. Adjust the quantity based on your taste preferences.
SEASONING SALT: You can use seasoning salt instead of regular salt
WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE: For a vegetarian version, use a Worcestershire sauce that doesn’t contain anchovies. Soy sauce or liquid aminos can also be used for a similar umami flavor.
How to Make This BLT Dip Recipe
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
This dip can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge to allow all the flavors to mingle. We would recommend waiting to add the diced tomatoes and lettuce until right before you are ready to serve, though.
STEP ONE: Using either a stand mixer or a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on medium-high speed.
Beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise for 90 seconds to two minutes until smooth.
PRO TIP:
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so that you don’t have any lumps in your cream cheese base.
![softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise beat together in a bowl](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Step1.jpg)
STEP TWO: Add the ranch seasoning mix, Dijon mustard, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
![ranch dressing mix, dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper mixed together in a bowl](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Step2.jpg)
STEP THREE: Fold in the crumbled cooked bacon and shredded cheese to your creamy base.
![bacon folded into the dip in a bowl](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Step3.jpg)
STEP FOUR: Sprinkle the diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and half a cup of reserved cooked, crumbled bacon over the top of the dip.
You can serve in a large, shallow dish or a bowl. A glass pie pan or pie plate would work well, too.
![tomatoes, lettuce, and bacon sprinkled on top of the drip](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Step4.jpg)
How To Serve This Recipe for BLT Dip
This creamy BLT dip recipe makes the perfect appetizer for a party. Offer your guests tortilla chips, pita chips, baguette slices, or corn chips.
To make this low-carb, you could serve raw veggies such as carrots, bell peppers, and celery sticks with this party dip.
Add our cucumber bites and stuffed mushrooms for two more options for sharing.
Check out our jalapeño popper dip and hot crab dip for two more dip recipes that are sure to be a winner.
If a classic BLT sandwich is your favorite, our BLT pasta salad is another great recipe to try with it’s classic flavors.
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Storage Tips for This BLT Dip Recipe
BLT dip is not only a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, but it’s also wonderfully versatile when it comes to making ahead and storing.
Whether you’re prepping for a party or saving leftovers, proper storage is key to maintaining its deliciousness.
Here’s how to keep your BLT dip tasting great, whether you’re making it ahead of time or storing leftovers.
How to Make BLT Dip in Advance
This BLT dip can be prepared a day in advance to help you get ahead of your party preparations.
Simply mix together all the creamy dip ingredients and store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
When you’re ready to serve, add the fresh lettuce and tomatoes to ensure it retains its crispness.
This method keeps the flavors rich and allows them to meld beautifully.
How to Store BLT Dip in the Fridge
If you have leftovers or have made your dip ahead of time, it can be stored in the refrigerator.
Place the dip in an airtight container, and it will last for up to three days.
Remember, the lettuce may wilt a bit over time, so it’s best enjoyed sooner rather than later.
Because this dip contains cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, it is best to use it fresh and not freeze it, or it may become watery once thawed.
![close up shot of BLT Dip with a tortilla chip](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Hero2.jpg)
Loaded with crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, and plenty of cheese, this creamy BLT dip is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It comes together quickly and tastes great no matter what you dip in it. Just beware: it’s dangerously addictive!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR BLT DIP
This easy recipe can be made ahead of time. The longer it stays in the fridge, the more flavorful the dip will become. Just wait to add the lettuce and tomatoes until you’re ready to serve.
This cold BLT dip would not freeze well as the cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream would become watery once thawed.
The sky’s the limit as to what you can add to your BLT dip with cream cheese. Green peppers and green onions are two more great options for this dip.
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![close up shot of BLT Dip with a tortilla chip](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BLT-Dip-Recipe-Card-268x268.jpg)
BLT Dip
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise, your favorite brand
- 1 ounce dry ranch dressing mix
- 2½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1½ pounds smoked bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve ½ cup for topping)
- 2 cups shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese
- ¾ cup diced Roma tomatoes, topping
- 1½ cups shredded lettuce, topping
Instructions
- Using either a stand mixer or a medium-size mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise for 1½ to 2 minutes until smooth.
- Add in the ranch dressing mix, Dijon mustard, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the crumbled cooked bacon and shredded cheese.
- Sprinkle the diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and the ½ cup of reserved cooked crumbled bacon over the top of the dip.
Notes
- Roma tomatoes are less juicy, and therefore your dip won’t become too soggy.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge to allow all the flavors to mingle. We would recommend waiting to add the diced tomatoes and lettuce until right before you are ready to serve, though.
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so that you don’t have any lumps in your cream cheese base.
Nutrition
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Comments
Mike says
Our whole family loved this!
Victoria says
Looks so delicious! Iโm going to make this for Super Bowl Sunday – Go Eagles๐
Kim says
This is so good I brought it to a party and it got devoured. Now itโs a request for every party I go to.