Bacon Tomato Dip

Bring the classic flavors of a BLT to your next gathering with this irresistible Bacon Tomato Dip. Creamy, savory, and bursting with fresh tomato flavor, it's the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears in minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crowd Pleaser: Combining bacon and cream cheese guarantees an empty bowl at any party.
• Quick & Easy: Requires zero baking and comes together in just 15 minutes.
• Versatile: Serve it with crusty bread, sturdy crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

• Medium mixing bowl
• Hand mixer or sturdy whisk
• Cutting board and chef's knife
• Skillet (for cooking bacon)

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup Sour Cream
• 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
• 8 slices Bacon (cooked crisp and crumbled)
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (finely diced)
• 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
• 1/4 cup Green Onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Preparation

1. Prep the Base: In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and black pepper until completely smooth and fluffy.
2. Fold in the Goodies: Gently fold in the crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions using a rubber spatula until evenly distributed.
3. Chill and Meld: For the best flavor, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the savory flavors to meld together.
4. Garnish and Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, top with a little extra bacon and green onions, and serve chilled with crackers, crostini, or fresh veggies.

Chef’s Pro Tips for Perfect Results

Seed the Tomatoes: To prevent your dip from becoming watery as it sits, scoop out the watery seeds and pulp from your tomatoes before dicing them!

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