This warm and creamy Baked BLT Dip is everything you love about a classic BLT sandwich, reimagined as a shareable appetizer. It combines a rich, cheesy base with crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy lettuce for a flavor-packed dip that’s perfect for New Year's Eve, family parties, game days, or any gathering.
Serve it hot with crostini bread for an irresistible dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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This crowd-pleasing dip is incredibly easy to make—just mix, bake, and top with fresh BLT-inspired ingredients for a stunning presentation. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or looking for a quick appetizer to impress, this dip delivers big on flavor with minimal effort. It’s the ultimate comfort food appetizer that’s guaranteed to be a hit!
The BLT dip is a great starter, but why not create a full feast to impress your guests? Follow it up with our flavorful Poor Man’s Prime Rib as the main course, paired with creamy Mayonnaise Potatoes and sweet Maple Dijon Glazed Carrots for the perfect sides. And for dessert, my rich and indulgent Salted Caramel Kentucky Butter Cake will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Classic Flavors, Elevated: All the goodness of a BLT sandwich reimagined as a warm, creamy dip.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s New Year’s Eve, a game day party, or a casual family gathering, this dip is always a hit.
- Rich and Cheesy: The creamy base of mayonnaise, sour cream, and cream cheese makes every bite irresistibly indulgent.
- Easy to Serve: Pair it with crostini, crackers, or fresh veggies for a versatile appetizer that’s as simple as it is delicious.
- Quick to Make: With just a handful of steps, this dip comes together in no time—perfect for last-minute entertaining!
Ingredients
Gather the ingredients below to make this hot dip with bacon!
- Mayonnaise makes the dip creamy, slightly tangy, and smooth.
- Sour cream gives the dip a slight tanginess that balances the flavors of the other ingredients.
- Cream cheese makes this dip perfectly smooth and velvety. Be sure to get it to room temperature before mixing it in to avoid lumps!
- Colby jack cheese has a great mild flavor and brings a creamy, melty texture to the dip.
- Bacon brings a savory crunch to the dip that complements the creamier ingredients. Afterall, what would a BLT dip be without the bacon?
- Tomato and lettuce bring the perfect amount of freshness to the dip, while also adding some crunch and juiciness.
- Green onions are a great garnish on top of your dip and enhance the overall freshness and flavor.
See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Cheese Options: Swap colby jack for cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend of your favorite shredded cheeses for a different flavor profile.
- Bacon Alternatives: Try turkey bacon or vegetarian bacon for a lighter or plant-based option.
- Tomatoes: Use cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, or even salsa for a unique twist.
- Add More Veggies: Mix in diced green peppers, onions, or even chopped spinach for extra flavor and texture.
- Low-Fat Version: Use light mayonnaise, sour cream, and cream cheese to make a healthier version without compromising taste.
- Spice It Up: Add a dash of hot sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, or diced jalapeños for a little heat.
- Serving Options: Instead of crostini, serve with pita chips, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies like celery and carrot sticks.
How to Make Baked BLT Dip
Once you've gathered all your ingredients, preheat oven to 350ºF, cook up the bacon and follow the steps below for this delicious party dip recipe.
- Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl, beat mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheese.
- Step 2: Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Top with shredded lettuce and bacon.
- Step 4: Top with chopped tomatoes and serve with crostini bread.
Helpful Tips
- Cook the Bacon Right: For crispy bacon, cook it over medium heat and drain it well on paper towels to avoid adding extra grease to the dip. Want an even easier method? Check out my tips for making perfectly crispy bacon in the air fryer!
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is softened before mixing to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly diced tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and green onions make the dip extra flavorful and vibrant. These same ingredients are key in my Seven Layer Salad, another crowd-pleasing dish perfect for pairing with this dip.
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on the dip while it’s in the oven to prevent the cheese from drying out.
- Prep Ahead: Cook the bacon and mix the dip base in advance to save time on the day of your event.
- Serve Immediately: This dip is best served warm, so have your crostini or crackers ready to go when it comes out of the oven. For another warm and cheesy option, try my Cheesy Artichoke Dip—it’s just as irresistible and pairs perfectly with a variety of dippers.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! You can prepare the dip base (mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese, shredded cheese) and cook the bacon ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge, then assemble and bake just before serving.
Crostini, crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies like celery sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips are all great options.
Yes! Use a microwave to heat the dip base until warm and melted, then transfer it to a serving dish and top with the lettuce, tomatoes, and bacon.
Add the shredded lettuce to the dip just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.
Storage & Freezing Instructions
Storage Instructions
Transfer any leftover dip to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to enjoy, reheat in the oven at 350ºF until warm, or microwave in short intervals, stirring in between.
Freezing Instructions
It’s not recommended to freeze this dip, as the cream cheese and mayonnaise base may separate when thawed.
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Baked BLT Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 tomato diced
- shredded lettuce
- Garnish with sliced fresh green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until evenly brown. Remove from pan and place on a plate that has been lined with paper towel.
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheese.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and crumbled bacon.
- Garnish with sliced fresh green onions.
- Serve with crostini bread.
Notes
- Cook the Bacon Right: For crispy bacon, cook it over medium heat and drain it well on paper towels to avoid adding extra grease to the dip.
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is softened before mixing to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly diced tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and green onions make the dip extra flavorful and vibrant.
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on the dip while it’s in the oven to prevent the cheese from drying out.
- Prep Ahead: Cook the bacon and mix the dip base in advance to save time on the day of your event.
- Serve Immediately: This dip is best served warm, so have your crostini or crackers ready to go when it comes out of the oven.
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