Description
This Creamy Thanksgiving Ranch Dip is a cold appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, bacon, and cheddar, it’s a make-ahead dish that’s both bold and comforting, with the perfect balance of creamy and savory.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices cooked bacon, chopped (reserve some for topping)
2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
1. Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes to soften.
2. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese and sour cream until smooth using a hand mixer or whisk.
3. Add ranch seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix well.
4. Fold in shredded cheddar, chopped bacon (reserve a bit for garnish), and green onions or chives.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2 hours.
6. Before serving, garnish with reserved bacon, extra chives, and a sprinkle of paprika. Serve chilled with crackers, veggies, or pretzels.
Notes
Let the dip chill for at least one hour to let flavors meld fully.
Use a hand mixer for the smoothest texture, especially if cream cheese is not fully softened.
Turkey bacon or fried shallots work well as a pork-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: thanksgiving dip, ranch dip, bacon cheddar dip