If you’re looking for the ultimate party dip, this Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip is the answer! Loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and zesty ranch flavors, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, or just a fun snack night at home.

Bacon cheddar dip in a bowl with potato chips around it.

Easy appetizers are our specialty and when it comes to easy dips our Velveeta Cheese Dip and Knorr Spinach Dip are the top of our fan favorites list for the best party dip recipes. This bacon cheddar ranch dip or as it is often called crack dip, is the best chip dip recipe you can make in just a few minutes!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick & Easy: This easy dip recipe takes just minutes to stir together with simple ingredients.
Packed with Flavor: Smoky bacon, tangy ranch, and sharp cheddar create a deliciously bold taste.
Perfect for Parties: Make it ahead of time and serve with crackers, chips, or veggies.
Versatile: Use it as a dip, spread for burgers and sandwiches, or topping for baked potatoes!

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Ingredients for Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip

Petit Jean Hickory Smoked Bacon – Crispy, smoky bacon adds the signature flavor to this easy appetizer.
Green Onions – Adds mild onion flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy base.
Radishes – Adds a great crunchy texture, if you don’t like radishes, try chopped water chestnuts.
Mayonnaise – We are using Duke’s, use your favorite brand.
Sour Cream – Lightens up the mayo taste and adds creaminess.
Worcestershire Sauce – Adds depth of flavor and enhances the savory bacon flavors.
Ranch Dressing Mix – We use it so much that we buy the big canister – a packet of Hidden Valley Ranch works perfectly too.
Sharp Cheddar Cheese – Use smoked cheddar if you want an extra smoky dip.

How to Make Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip

Collage cooking bacon in the oven, cooling on paper towel, chopped.

Cook the Bacon in the Oven: Cook bacon on a parchment lined baking sheet in the oven for 20 -25 minutes, until crispy. Drain on paper towels. Coarsely chop or crumble. Alternately, you can fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat, turning half way through. Cook until crisp.

Prep the Veggies: Slice green onions and dice the radishes.
Make the Dip: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth.
Add the Good Stuff: Reserve a tablespoon each of green onions, bacon and cheddar to garnish the top. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, diced radishes, and chopped bacon. Stir to combine.

Bowl of dip with cheddar, bacon, green onions.

Pour into a serving bowl and garnish with reserved toppings.

Serve: Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with potato chips or your favorite dippers.

Recipe Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Make it Lighter: Use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream and light mayo for a healthier version.
Spice it Up: Add cayenne pepper or diced candied jalapeños for extra kick.
Make it Creamier: Substitute one brick of cream cheese for the mayonnaise.

What to Serve with Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip

Crackers & Chips: Ruffles, Ritz crackers, pretzels, or tortilla chips are great options.
Vegetables: Carrot sticks, celery sticks, broccoli florets and bell peppers pair well with the creamy dip.
Bread: Serve with toasted baguette slices or pita chips.

More Dip Recipes You Will Love

Buffalo Chicken Dip – Spicy, cheesy, and always a hit, especially if you are a fan of spicy wings.
Hawaiian Onion Dip – A delicious twist on classic onion dip and a must-try if you are a fan of Hawaiian pizza!
Mexican Corn Dip – A creamy dip loaded with flavor and lots of cheesy goodness.
You’ll also love our Genius Ways to Use Ranch Dressing Mix.

Chip dipping into dip topped with bacon, cheese, green onions.

This Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip is the ultimate combination of creamy, cheesy, and smoky flavors that will make your gatherings even more delicious. Whether you’re watching the big game, hosting a holiday party, or just enjoying a snack, this dip is sure to be a hit.

Give this Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip a try and let us know how it turns out! Leave a comment below and rate the recipe — we love hearing from you!

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