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Cowboy Dip – The Perfect Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer


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  • Author: Olivia Brown
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings

Description

Bold, creamy, and full of smoky, savory flavor, this Cowboy Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Loaded with cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning, it’s quick to make and disappears fast at any gathering. Perfect with chips, veggies, or warm bread.


Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or 2 tbsp homemade)

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

  • 6 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)

  • 2 green onions (finely chopped, optional for garnish)


Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.

  • Add shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until well combined.

  • Fold in crumbled bacon.

  • Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

 

  • Serve immediately with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American