Get ready to transform your appetizer game with the ultimate crowd-pleaser that combines all the irresistible flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a creamy, mouthwatering dip! 🍔🧀 Imagine diving into a rich, cheesy concoction packed with crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, and a perfect blend of spices – all without ever firing up the grill. This Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip is about to become the star of your next game day, party, or casual get-together, guaranteed to have your guests coming back for more!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Break it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- In a slow cooker, combine the cooked ground beef and crumbled bacon. Add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes with green chilies, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Make sure the cream cheese is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for 2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together and the cheeses to melt perfectly.
- After 2 hours, check the dip for consistency. If it’s too thick, you can stir in a little milk or additional ranch dressing to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the dip is ready, serve it warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy your delicious Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip!
Tips
- For extra crispy bacon, cook it in the oven on a lined baking sheet at 400°F for more even crumbling.
- Use lean ground beef to prevent the dip from becoming too greasy.
- Always drain excess fat from the ground beef to maintain the perfect dip consistency.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add some diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like pepper jack or a smoky gouda for unique flavor variations.
- Keep the dip warm during serving by using the "warm" setting on your slow cooker.
- Serve with a variety of dippers like toasted baguette slices, pretzel chips, or fresh vegetable sticks for added texture and appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 95mg
