This bacon cheddar ranch dip combines sour cream, dry ranch seasoning, cooked bacon bits and shredded cheese. The bacon and cheese amounts are not fixed in the source, so add them gradually to the texture you prefer.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning, checking its label for the amount suited to 16 ounces sour cream
- Cooked bacon bits, as desired
- Shredded cheddar-jack or preferred cheese, as desired
How to Make Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip
Season the sour cream
Stir the sour cream and dry ranch seasoning together until evenly combined. Check the seasoning packet guidance, since sizes and salt levels vary.
Add bacon and cheese
Stir in the cooked bacon bits and shredded cheese gradually until the mixture has your preferred texture.
Serve or chill
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with chips, crackers, bread or vegetables. Alternatively, cover and refrigerate until serving.
Tips and Common Mistakes
- Use cooked bacon bits, not raw bacon.
- Add bacon and cheese gradually because exact amounts are not specified.
- Taste before adding any extra seasoning; the ranch, bacon and cheese already provide salt.
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
Keep covered in the refrigerator. Return the dip promptly to cold storage after serving, and use the sour cream product’s storage guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it need baking or melting?
No. This version is a stirred cold dip.
How much bacon and cheese should I add?
The original does not give amounts. Add them gradually to your preferred thickness and flavor.