Description
A comforting and creamy dip packed with the flavors of baked potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 baked russet potatoes
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If using leftover baked potatoes, cut them in half and scoop out the insides. If using fresh potatoes, bake until soft.
- In a mixing bowl, combine potato flesh, cream cheese, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, and spices. Mix until creamy.
- Fold in bacon pieces and half of the green onions, reserving some for topping.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle remaining green onions on top before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian twist, omit the bacon and use smoked paprika for flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: dip, appetizer, comfort food, party food, cheddar cheese, bacon