Bacon Cheeseburger Dip is a rich and creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer packed with bold flavors and ready in just 30 minutes!
If you’re looking to add a few more Appetizers to your spread, check out my Buffalo Chicken Dip or Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Dip.
Sabrina’s Bacon Cheeseburger Dip Recipe
Game day is almost here, and like everyone else, I’m getting ready to host a party with my friends and family. Let’s be honest, though, you don’t even need to enjoy the sport to love going to the party. It’s the food and the commercials that really have us talking. It’s just a fun excuse to get together and hang out.
Recipe Card
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/2 pound ground beef , (85/15)
- 1/2 yellow onion , chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup hamburger pickles , chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese , shredded
Instructions
- Add bacon to the skillet, cook and remove.
- Crumble bacon.
- Drain all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease and add the beef and onion to the pan, cooking on medium high heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Add cream cheese, sour cream, hamburger pickles, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder and stir well until saucy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add in cheddar cheese, stir quickly and serve.
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Sabrina’s Tips
I love using hamburger buns for dipping bread. Just bake them low and slow until they’re dried out but still soft and chewy. They hold up beautifully to thick dips without getting all crumbly!
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About this Recipe
This Bacon Cheeseburger Dip is perfect because not only is it easy to make, but it also gives you all the flavor of the main dish while keeping it in a smaller dipping portion. I like to add potato chips as dippers to keep it simple, but you could also toast up sliced burger buns (or toasted baguettes) or serve alongside crispy French fries to give a diner feel. Have fun with it!
Can this be made ahead to time?
To make this ahead of time, cook the meat filling and the bacon and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. You can also make the entire dish and reheat in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until it’s warm throughout.
How to Serve
- Serve: I don’t recommend leaving Bacon Cheeseburger Dip out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours. Place it in a crockpot and keep it warm during the party. Make sure to continue to stir it every once in a while to keep it mixed.
- Store: Once the dip has cooled, store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container or storage bag. It should be good for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing the leftover dip. Dairy can have a texture issue when thawing out, and it might become grainy. I’m not sure it’s worth the effort.
Ideas to Serve
If you are spying hamburger buns in this photo below, let me tell you about this awesome hack I did for dipping bread! I know a lot of people like chips or French bread for dipping, but I bought a pack of hamburger buns instead.
- Open the buns onto a baking sheet, laying them in a single layer, cut side up.
- Bake in a 250-degree oven for 20-25 minutes until dried but still chewy (You’re looking for a French bread consistency).
You could toast the buns, but that would result in a hard, crumbly texture that wouldn’t hold up to the weight of the dip or would make a mess in the dip. This version of buns will be soft/chewy and not at all crumbly. It’s our new favorite bread dip hack.
Frequent Questions
Yes, follow the same instructions but instead of transferring to a baking dish, add the ingredients into a crockpot and cook on low for 2-3 hours.
This dip is easily doubled. No need to do the math; simply use the slider tool on the recipe card for the servings you want, and everything will be calculated for you.
Variations
- Mexican: Give it a taco twist by adding a taco seasoning packet to the meat. Top with a dollop of sour cream and sliced jalapeños and serve with tortilla chips.
- Sauce: Add your favorite BBQ sauce by drizzling it on top before serving or place it in a small bowl beside the dip for your guests to add themselves.
- Add-Ins: Try including diced tomatoes, chopped pickles, or even a drizzle of ketchup to really give it a classic burger touch.
- Toppings: Add chopped pickles, more bacon, and sesame seeds for an awesome garnish!
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Awesome dip. I am so happy I found your website. This is my second recipe that I have made from you and both 5 stars. Thanks, keep cooking and posting!!!!
Thank you so much! Keep enjoying!
oh my! You have won me over. Thank you so much for the amazing recipe. We love making dips for a game night, this one is always gone first!
Yay!! Thanks for the 5 stars.
Um, yeah!!! This stuff is so good, who needs chips? Just grab a spoon!
I won’t judge, haha!
Oh my, this is a great dip. It was a hit with our football friends at our last party.
Fantastic!