Get ready to transform your St. Patrick's Day celebration with the most addictive dip you'll ever encounter! This St Patrick's Day Booty Dip isn't just another appetizer - it's a creamy, cheesy, bacon-loaded sensation that'll have your guests diving in faster than a leprechaun chasing gold. Packed with rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon, this recipe is about to become the star of your party, guaranteed to disappear before you can say "top o' the morning!"
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Irish
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove cream cheese from refrigerator and let soften at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes to ensure smooth mixing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer or whisk until ingredients are well blended and creamy.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir to distribute seasonings evenly throughout the dip.
- Finely chop green onions, discarding the root ends. Sprinkle chopped green onions into the cheese mixture and fold gently to incorporate.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and allow to cool before crumbling into small pieces.
- Fold crumbled bacon into the cheese mixture, reserving a small amount for garnish.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Garnish the top of the dip with remaining bacon crumbles and additional chopped green onions for visual appeal.
- Chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve with potato chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Tips
- • For the creamiest texture, ensure cream cheese is truly at room temperature before mixing • Use high-quality sharp cheddar for maximum flavor punch • Don't skip chilling the dip - it allows flavors to meld and intensify • Reserve some bacon and green onions for a picture-perfect garnish • Serve with a variety of dippers like kettle chips, toasted baguette slices, or fresh veggie sticks • Make this dip up to 24 hours in advance for even more convenient party prep • For extra Irish flair, serve in a green bowl or alongside shamrock-shaped crackers
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 55mg