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This warm BLT dip is everything I love about a BLT sandwich in scoopable form: smoky crisp bacon, a creamy cheesy base and cool, crunchy lettuce and tomato on top. It's ready in about 35 minutes.
At a glance
The one tip that matters: Add the lettuce and tomato right before it goes on the table. On the hot dip they wilt in minutes, and the crunch is half the fun.
Why You'll Love This BLT Dip
- Bacon in every bite, with extra crumbles on top.
- Hot and cold at once, a warm cheesy base with crisp, fresh toppings.
- Make-ahead friendly, so it just needs baking when guests arrive.
What You Need for BLT Dip
- Bacon: regular-cut bacon cooked crisp. Thick-cut works too.
- Cream cheese, sour cream and mayo: the creamy base. Sour cream keeps it light and tangy.
- Colby Jack: melts smoothly. Cheddar or Monterey Jack also work.
- Lettuce and tomato: fresh, crisp and added at the very end.
Step-by-Step Photos
Here's how it comes together. Exact amounts, times and temperatures are in the recipe card below.
Tips for Success
- Crisp bacon, not chewy. Cook it until it snaps. Chewy bacon goes soft and rubbery once it's baked into the dip.
- Seed the tomatoes. Scoop out the watery middles before dicing, or the juice runs into the dip and makes it soupy.
- Soft cream cheese. Leave it out for 30 minutes so the base beats smooth with no lumps.
- Oven shortcut. I bake bacon on a foil-lined sheet pan at 400°F for 15 to 20 minutes when I'm making a double batch. Less splatter, and it all crisps at once.
- Cold version. Skip the oven: mix the base, chill for an hour so the flavors meld, then top and serve with crackers. It's lovely on a hot summer afternoon.
Warm BLT Dip
12
servings15
minutes20
minutes280
kcal35
minutesA warm, cheesy BLT dip: crispy bacon stirred into cream cheese, sour cream, mayo and Colby Jack, baked at 350°F until bubbling, then topped with shredded lettuce, diced tomato and more bacon just before serving. Serves 12 as a party dip.
Ingredients
1 lb bacon
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 cup shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce
2 tablespoons sliced green onion or chives (optional)
crackers, toasted baguette slices or chips, to serve
Directions
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels, then crumble. Set about 1/4 cup aside for the top.
- Beat the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the Colby Jack and the rest of the bacon.
- Spread in a 1 1/2-quart (or 9-inch pie) baking dish and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until hot and bubbling at the edges.
- Just before serving, scatter the lettuce, diced tomato, reserved bacon and green onion over the top. Serve warm with crackers or toasted baguette.
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More Party Dips
For a full game-day spread, add my buffalo chicken dip, French onion dip or the million dollar dip. The cream cheese bean dip is another easy crowd-pleaser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make BLT dip ahead of time?
Yes. Mix the base with the bacon and cheese up to a day ahead, cover and refrigerate. Bake it just before serving, adding 5 minutes if it's cold from the fridge, then add the fresh toppings.
Can BLT dip be served cold?
Yes. Most people love it warm, but the same base is great chilled. Mix it, refrigerate for at least an hour, then top with lettuce, tomato and bacon and serve with crackers or veggies.
Can I use canned tomatoes?
Fresh is much better here, because the crisp, juicy bite is the point. In a pinch, drain canned diced tomatoes very well and pat them dry before scattering them over the top.
What do you serve with BLT dip?
Buttery crackers, toasted baguette slices, pita chips, bagel chips and celery or cucumber sticks are all great. For a sandwich feel, serve it with small toasted bread rounds.
How long does leftover BLT dip last?
Scrape off the lettuce, then refrigerate the dip in a covered container within 2 hours and eat it within 3 to 4 days. Reheat until hot, then add fresh toppings.
