Hot BLT dip transforms the classic sandwich into a warm, bubbling dish of crispy bacon, fresh tomato, and a rich creamy cheese base. It bakes in about 25 minutes and gets finished with lettuce, more bacon, and green onions right at the table. Set out a platter of dippers and it is gone before the oven cools.
If you thought the classic BLT sandwich couldn’t get any better, think again! We’ve transformed America’s favorite sandwich into a warm, gooey, and utterly irresistible dip. Packed with crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and a rich, creamy cheese base, this Hot BLT Dip is the appetizer that will have everyone gathered around the dish, begging for the recipe. It’s the ultimate party food, guaranteed to disappear in minutes!
Ingredients
• 1 (8-ounce / 226g / 8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup / 115g (4.1 oz) mayonnaise
• ½ cup / 120g (4.2 oz) sour cream
• 10 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 medium tomato, seeded and finely diced
• ¼ cup / 25g (0.88 oz) sliced green onions
• 1 cup / 113g (4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
• For Garnish & Serving
• Shredded lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Extra crumbled bacon
• Sliced green onions
• Celery sticks, mini sweet peppers, pork rinds, or toasted baguette slices
Instructions
1. Prepare Your Oven and Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round baking dish or a similar-sized cast-iron skillet.
2. Mix the Creamy Base: In a medium-sized bowl, use a hand mixer or a sturdy spoon to beat the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream together until smooth and thoroughly combined.
3. Fold in the BLT Flavors: Gently stir in the crumbled bacon, diced tomato, sliced green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese until everything is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
4. Bake to Bubbly Perfection: Spread the dip evenly into your prepared baking dish. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbling around the edges, and lightly golden on top.
5. Garnish and Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and let it rest for a minute. Generously top with shredded lettuce, more diced tomatoes, bacon pieces, and green onions. Serve immediately with your favorite dippers.
Nutritional Information
• Please note that is an estimate per serving and can vary based on the specific brands and used. This dip is a delicious indulgence best enjoyed with friends!
• Calories: Approx. 250 kcal
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Protein: 9g
Pro Tips
• for the Best BLT Dip
• For the best flavor and texture, use freshly shredded cheddar cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheeses contain anti-caking agents that can prevent them from melting as smoothly.
• Cook your bacon until it’s extra crispy. This ensures it stays crisp and provides a great textural contrast to the creamy dip.
• To save time on party day, you can assemble the entire dip (without baking) up to 24 hours in advance. Just cover and refrigerate, then add 5-10 extra minutes to the baking time.
• For a little kick, add a dash of your favorite hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
FAQ
Q: Can I make this Hot BLT Dip ahead of time
A: Yes, you can assemble the entire dip up to 24 hours in advance. Cover and refrigerate it before baking. Just remember to add an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time since it will be cold.
Q: What should I serve with BLT Dip
A: This versatile dip pairs wonderfully with a variety of dippers. We recommend serving it with celery sticks, mini sweet peppers, pork rinds, or toasted baguette slices for the perfect crunch.
Q: How can I make this dip spicy
A: To add a little heat, simply mix a dash of your favorite hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper into the cream cheese base before baking.
Q: What kind of cheese is best for this dip
A: For the smoothest, meltiest texture, we highly recommend shredding your own cheddar cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheeses often contain anti-caking agents that can affect how well they melt.
Pro Tips
- Cook the bacon extra crispy before crumbling it in – soft bacon disappears into the creamy base, while crisp bacon keeps its bite and texture contrast.
- Shred the cheddar from a block yourself. Pre-shredded cheese carries anti-caking agents that keep it from melting smoothly into the dip.
- Seed and finely dice the tomato so it folds evenly through the mixture without adding extra water to the base.
- Assemble the whole dip up to 24 hours ahead without baking, cover, and refrigerate; bake from cold with 5-10 extra minutes so it bubbles all the way through.
- For a little kick, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture before folding in the bacon and cheddar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this BLT dip ahead of time?
Yes – assemble it up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake it from the fridge with an extra 5-10 minutes until it is hot and bubbling at the edges.
What should I serve with it?
Celery sticks, mini sweet peppers, and pork rinds keep it low-carb; toasted baguette slices work too if you are not counting carbs.
How do I keep the bacon from going soft in the dip?
Cook it extra crispy before crumbling. The oven time softens bacon that was only barely done, but properly crisp bacon holds its texture through the bake.
Is this dip keto-friendly?
It fits comfortably – about 4g carbs per serving with 22g fat and 9g protein. Just reach for the veggies and pork rinds for dipping.
Recipe card below.
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Hot BLT Dip
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare Your Oven and Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round baking dish or a similar-sized cast-iron skillet.
- Mix the Creamy Base: In a medium-sized bowl, use a hand mixer or a sturdy spoon to beat the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream together until smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Fold in the BLT Flavors: Gently stir in the crumbled bacon, diced tomato, sliced green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese until everything is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Bake to Bubbly Perfection: Spread the dip evenly into your prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbling around the edges, and lightly golden on top.
- Garnish and Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and let it rest for a minute. Generously top with shredded lettuce, more diced tomatoes, bacon pieces, and green onions.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dippers.
